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VU16 BDX

2016 Mazda 2

Silver Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

19,195 mi
Last recorded19,195 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU16 BDX
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 19,195 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Jun 2024 18,680 miles
Pass 31 May 2023 17,454 miles
Fail 26 May 2023 17,453 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 58% imbalance (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2022 16,738 miles
Fail 25 May 2022 16,783 miles

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

Pass 27 May 2021 15,915 miles
Pass 29 May 2020 15,310 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 11,374 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 11,374 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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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VU16 BDX is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Silver with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 VU16 BDX, 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 VU16 BDX registered?

VU16 BDX is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 30 March 2016.

Is VU16 BDX safe to buy?

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