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LX16 NFF

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jul 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

91,096 mi
Last recorded91,096 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 NFF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2026 91,096 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 17 Sep 2025 82,435 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2025 82,435 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 69,933 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2024 69,930 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 7 Sep 2023 58,097 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 7 Sep 2023 58,097 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Sep 2022 44,810 miles

Nearside Rear seatbelt slow to return

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

Pass 17 Sep 2021 33,431 miles

non alloy wheel fitted nearside front but same size tyre

Fail 17 Sep 2021 33,431 miles

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

non alloy wheel fitted nearside front but same size tyre

Pass 12 Mar 2020 20,430 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2019 14,255 miles

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 NFF is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red 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 NFF, 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 NFF registered?

LX16 NFF is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 19 March 2016.

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