MOT Status
ValidMileage
97,821 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()
Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS
Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2mm and bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
How Reliable is the Mazda 2?
Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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VU16 RUJ is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.
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 RUJ, 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
How do I check the history of VU16 RUJ?
You can check the full history of VU16 RUJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.
What year was VU16 RUJ registered?
VU16 RUJ is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 4 March 2016.
Is VU16 RUJ safe to buy?
The MOT history for VU16 RUJ shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does VU16 RUJ have outstanding finance?
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