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MK16 PCU

2016 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

112,414 mi
Last recorded112,414 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 PCU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 112,414 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 112,413 miles

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

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

Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play sliding column joint section (2.2.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 18 Oct 2024 98,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

noise from steering column sliding joint

Pass 3 Nov 2023 85,486 miles

wear in steering column

freeplay in rack

Fail 3 Nov 2023 85,484 miles

Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))

freeplay in rack

wear in steering column

emissions not carried out due to excessively high oil level

Pass 4 Nov 2022 68,755 miles

rear tyres getting down on tread

Pass 6 Nov 2021 54,889 miles

slight noise at steering column shaft

Fail 25 Oct 2021 54,561 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

slight noise at steering column shaft

Pass 10 Nov 2020 46,121 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2020 28,923 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2019 22,513 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 PCU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 MK16 PCU, 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 MK16 PCU registered?

MK16 PCU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is MK16 PCU safe to buy?

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