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LX16 MJE

2016 Mazda 2

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,147 mi
Last recorded83,147 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 MJE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 83,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin On 1.5mm limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged, cracked but legable (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jun 2026 83,147 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin On 1.5mm limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged, cracked but legable (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 75,637 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 65,552 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear wiper blade faulty

Pass 14 Jun 2023 55,154 miles

Rear wiper not cleering screen,rubber incomplete

Pass 16 Jun 2022 44,927 miles

Rear wiper split

Fail 14 Jun 2022 44,919 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear wiper split

Pass 21 May 2021 32,370 miles

Rear wiper blade split

Fail 21 May 2021 32,370 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear wiper blade split

Pass 17 Jun 2020 23,352 miles
Pass 14 May 2019 14,026 miles
Fail 14 May 2019 14,026 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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LX16 MJE is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2016 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 84.8% with a typical mileage of 35,726 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LX16 MJE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 10 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LX16 MJE registered?

LX16 MJE is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 May 2016.

Is LX16 MJE safe to buy?

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