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PL16 BHF

2016 Mazda 2

Black Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

81,245 mi
Last recorded81,245 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL16 BHF
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 22 Sep 2026 81,245 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both front flexis corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both sides (4.1.4 (b))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive leaks from above covers (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened both front and rear subframes corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear silencer heat shield loose and adrift

Pass 24 Sep 2025 71,560 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2025 70,244 miles

underside needs cleaning off and a protective treatment be applied (especially on the suspension )

Pass 22 Nov 2023 67,585 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 63,152 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2021 59,378 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2020 53,527 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge low tread and worn edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Jun 2019 41,650 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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PL16 BHF is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Black with a 1,499cc diesel 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 PL16 BHF, 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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PL16 BHF is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 22 July 2016.

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