CarVerify

Free Car Check

WV16 UWG

2016 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1496cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

61,845 mi
Last recorded61,845 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWV16 UWG
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 61,845 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cuts (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 60,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2025 60,636 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both split (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Tyre pressure monitoring system malfunctioning or obviously inoperative (5.2.3 (h))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2024 59,073 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cut (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 57,405 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Offside Rear Seat belt slow to retract

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2022 55,955 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.3mm lowest point (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Mar 2021 54,333 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Mar 2021 54,332 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 52,720 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 16 Mar 2020 52,720 miles

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 2x lumps (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Pass 11 Mar 2019 49,772 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Fail 11 Mar 2019 49,772 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

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
Full Mazda 2 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WV16 UWG is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Red 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 WV16 UWG, 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 WV16 UWG?

You can check the full history of WV16 UWG by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WV16 UWG registered?

WV16 UWG is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 14 March 2016.

Is WV16 UWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for WV16 UWG 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 WV16 UWG have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WV16 UWG. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.