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FH16 JVJ

2016 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

90,090 mi
Last recorded90,090 miles
Recorded on14 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH16 JVJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 14 Mar 2026 90,090 miles

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

Offside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2025 83,430 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 76,009 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2023 67,905 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2022 54,649 miles

Nearside Rear Lower camber arm has slight play

Pass 9 Jul 2021 42,140 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 31,042 miles
Pass 3 May 2019 23,745 miles

both rear tyres getting worn down

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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FH16 JVJ is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Silver 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 FH16 JVJ, 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 FH16 JVJ registered?

FH16 JVJ is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 May 2016.

Is FH16 JVJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH16 JVJ 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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