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LX16 XNL

2016 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

23,708 mi
Last recorded23,708 miles
Recorded on18 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX16 XNL
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 18 Mar 2026 23,708 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 21,382 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2024 18,888 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Both (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2023 16,682 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2022 14,651 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2021 12,771 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 11,871 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 8,317 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 XNL is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 XNL, 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 XNL registered?

LX16 XNL is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 March 2016.

Is LX16 XNL safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX16 XNL shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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