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WG16 LXE

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,298 mi
Last recorded45,298 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG16 LXE
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 45,298 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2025 37,029 miles

Suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Pass 12 Jun 2024 33,714 miles
Pass 26 May 2023 29,967 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 25,262 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2021 21,941 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2020 17,533 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2019 12,264 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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WG16 LXE 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 WG16 LXE, 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 WG16 LXE registered?

WG16 LXE is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 31 May 2016.

Is WG16 LXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG16 LXE 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 WG16 LXE have outstanding finance?

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