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MK16 PCX

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jul 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

43,056 mi
Last recorded43,056 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMK16 PCX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2026 43,056 miles

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Jul 2025 40,679 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2025 40,679 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 38,356 miles

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

Pass 25 Jul 2023 36,318 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2022 31,003 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2021 26,412 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2020 22,671 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2020 21,964 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 11 Mar 2019 17,277 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 PCX is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red 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 PCX, 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 PCX registered?

MK16 PCX is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 23 March 2016.

Is MK16 PCX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MK16 PCX shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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