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BU16 MSX

2016 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Sep 2026
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,670 mi
Last recorded41,670 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU16 MSX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 Aug 2025 41,670 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Sep 2024 38,412 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2023 35,603 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2023 32,904 miles

Undertrays fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2022 28,903 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2021 24,511 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 19,629 miles

undertrays fitted

Pass 20 Feb 2019 14,547 miles

undertrays fitted

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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BU16 MSX is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,998cc 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 BU16 MSX, 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 BU16 MSX?

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What year was BU16 MSX registered?

BU16 MSX is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is BU16 MSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for BU16 MSX 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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