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A7 LMS

2016 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,096 mi
Last recorded93,096 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA7 LMS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 28 May 2026 93,096 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 84,170 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

low handbrake efficiency n/s/r

Pass 8 May 2024 75,146 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2023 66,770 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 58,780 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2021 46,550 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2020 40,110 miles

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

Pass 30 Mar 2019 28,130 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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A7 LMS is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Blue 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 MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 90.3% with a typical mileage of 26,306 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying A7 LMS, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 10 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was A7 LMS registered?

A7 LMS is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 January 2016.

Is A7 LMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for A7 LMS 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.

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