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FG66 WAE

2016 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

99,541 mi
Last recorded99,541 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG66 WAE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 99,541 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened N/S/F Droplink Missing Multiple Retainers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Discs Grooved, Lipped & Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rear Brake Imbalance Present (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources O/S/ Number Plate Light Inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush O/S/R Lower Shocker Hub Bush Worn (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Lower Most Forward Suspension Arm Hub Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 25 Nov 2025 99,540 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction MIL Light On (8.2.1.2 (h))

Headlamp aim too high N/S/F Dipped Beam Requires Adjustment (4.1.2 (a))

Anti-roll bar linkage fractured O/S/F Droplink Broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened N/S/F Droplink Missing Multiple Retainers (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Rear Discs Grooved, Lipped & Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. Rear Brake Imbalance Present (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources O/S/ Number Plate Light Inoperative (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush O/S/R Lower Shocker Hub Bush Worn (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both Rear Lower Most Forward Suspension Arm Hub Bushes Worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 92,844 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 13 Dec 2024 92,844 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low n/s and o/s (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Dec 2023 84,383 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2023 84,383 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 12 Dec 2022 69,822 miles

unable fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

Pass 16 Dec 2021 58,829 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 46,651 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2019 31,423 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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FG66 WAE is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,496cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FG66 WAE, 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.

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FG66 WAE is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 December 2016.

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