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TP16 TAZ

2017 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

76,748 mi
Last recorded76,748 miles
Recorded on1 Jun 2026
Typical for 2017 Mazda 230,742 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationTP16 TAZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2017
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jun 2026 76,748 miles

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

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

rear exhaust shield loose

Fail 1 Jun 2026 76,748 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

rear exhaust shield loose

Pass 4 Jun 2025 67,794 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 4 Jun 2025 67,794 miles

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rears 185/65/15 (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Both fronts (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Jun 2024 57,055 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also worn on edge and perishing (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 9 Jun 2023 51,128 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2023 51,128 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2022 44,187 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Fail 2 Jul 2022 44,187 miles

Front Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Jul 2021 36,345 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 17 Jul 2020 34,379 miles

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

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

Pass 7 May 2020

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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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TP16 TAZ is a 2017 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2017 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 88.3% with a typical mileage of 30,742 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 TP16 TAZ, 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 9 years old, this Mazda 2 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was TP16 TAZ registered?

TP16 TAZ is a 2017 Mazda 2, first registered on 15 May 2017.

Is TP16 TAZ safe to buy?

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