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MK16 OZJ

2016 Mazda 2

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jan 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,512 mi
Last recorded73,512 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 OZJ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 73,512 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

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

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 11 Dec 2024 63,821 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened subframe/ axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2024 54,678 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2023 51,487 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2022 48,139 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2022 48,139 miles

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 5 Nov 2021 43,018 miles

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

Pass 4 Nov 2020 37,413 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 31,624 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2019 26,061 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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MK16 OZJ is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 MK16 OZJ, 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.

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What year was MK16 OZJ registered?

MK16 OZJ is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 11 March 2016.

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