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SW16 DYB

2016 Mazda 2

Purple Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

22,524 mi
Last recorded22,524 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW16 DYB
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2025 22,524 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2024 20,217 miles

under tray fixed time of test

Fail 1 Nov 2024 20,217 miles

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

under tray fixed time of test

Pass 31 Jul 2023 16,710 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2022 14,683 miles

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

Fail 22 Jul 2022 14,683 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2021 14,315 miles
Pass 13 May 2020 11,001 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 8,625 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2019 7,441 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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SW16 DYB is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Purple with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 SW16 DYB, 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 SW16 DYB registered?

SW16 DYB is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 13 May 2016.

Is SW16 DYB safe to buy?

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