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SD16 KSX

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

55,565 mi
Last recorded55,565 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD16 KSX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 55,565 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2025 53,386 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 51,132 miles

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2023 44,757 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 44,755 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

front brake pads set wearing unevenly and very low

n/s/f brake binding - disc discoloured and overheated

Pass 15 Mar 2022 42,044 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2022 42,038 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 26 Feb 2021 39,870 miles
Fail 17 Feb 2021 39,870 miles

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

Pass 24 Feb 2020 38,064 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 30,243 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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SD16 KSX is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol 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 SD16 KSX, 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 SD16 KSX registered?

SD16 KSX is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is SD16 KSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD16 KSX shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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