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VX16 DXR

2016 Mazda 2

White Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Oct 2027
Tests9 (9 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

87,523 mi
Last recorded87,523 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX16 DXR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

9 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2026 87,523 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2025 73,614 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 63,189 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 57,908 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 52,194 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2021 45,984 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 40,721 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 30 Sep 2019 35,984 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2018 30,862 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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VX16 DXR is a 2016 Mazda 2 in White with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 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 VX16 DXR, 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 VX16 DXR registered?

VX16 DXR is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 March 2016.

Is VX16 DXR safe to buy?

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