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YK16 TXZ

2016 Mazda 2

Purple Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

86,453 mi
Last recorded86,453 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda 235,726 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK16 TXZ
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2016
ColourPurple
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 86,453 miles

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

Pass 28 Jul 2025 83,247 miles

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

Fail 28 Jul 2025 83,247 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Jul 2024 75,188 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2023 62,941 miles

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

Pass 15 Aug 2022 53,146 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 12 Aug 2022 53,123 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5mm and perished (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 30 Jul 2021 43,221 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2020 33,660 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

nearside rear seat belt slow to retract

Fail 27 Jul 2020 33,660 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3-4mm (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

nearside rear seat belt slow to retract

Pass 7 Aug 2019 25,006 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2018 18,056 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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YK16 TXZ is a 2016 Mazda 2 in Purple with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 YK16 TXZ, 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 YK16 TXZ registered?

YK16 TXZ is a 2016 Mazda 2, first registered on 5 March 2016.

Is YK16 TXZ safe to buy?

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