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VF16 GTU

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Aug 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

68,541 mi
Last recorded68,541 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF16 GTU
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 30 Jul 2026 68,541 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 62,658 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2024 58,261 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2023 50,854 miles

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

Pass 2 Aug 2022 44,324 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2021 37,531 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 32,915 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 26,079 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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VF16 GTU is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,496cc petrol 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 VF16 GTU, 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 VF16 GTU registered?

VF16 GTU is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 27 July 2016.

Is VF16 GTU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF16 GTU shows 8 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF16 GTU have outstanding finance?

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