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SO65 OVU

2016 Mazda 2

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

68,795 mi
Last recorded68,795 miles
Recorded on1 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO65 OVU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Sep 2026 68,795 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2026 68,791 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear exhaust shields loose

Pass 15 Aug 2025 66,722 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Fail 15 Aug 2025 66,722 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Front HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

Rear HEAT SHIELDS INSECURE

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 16 Aug 2024 58,437 miles

Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Engine Covers Fitted

Fuel tank heat shield insecure

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Position lamp has a product on the lens or light source but not adversely affecting light intensity condensation (4.2.3 (b) (ii))

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

Undercovers Fitted

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 49,504 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Aug 2023 49,504 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 27 Jul 2022 41,883 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 40,223 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Nov 2020 39,517 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2020 39,517 miles

Central Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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 20 Nov 2019 37,878 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2018 34,493 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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SO65 OVU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 SO65 OVU, 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 SO65 OVU registered?

SO65 OVU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 26 January 2016.

Is SO65 OVU safe to buy?

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