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BW16 AXG

2016 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

82,714 mi
Last recorded82,714 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW16 AXG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 82,714 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2025 80,697 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2025 80,697 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 22 Jul 2024 65,328 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2023 52,673 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 49,033 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2021 44,966 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2020 42,004 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2019 35,775 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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BW16 AXG is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 BW16 AXG, 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 BW16 AXG?

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What year was BW16 AXG registered?

BW16 AXG is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2016.

Is BW16 AXG safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW16 AXG 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 BW16 AXG have outstanding finance?

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