MOT Status
ValidMileage
71,281 miSignificantly above average — investigate
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Vehicle Details
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Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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BT16 BSV is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.
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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.
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 BT16 BSV, 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
How do I check the history of BT16 BSV?
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What year was BT16 BSV registered?
BT16 BSV is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 May 2016.
Is BT16 BSV safe to buy?
The MOT history for BT16 BSV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.
Does BT16 BSV have outstanding finance?
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