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FM65 JVH

2016 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

27,339 mi
Last recorded27,339 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 JVH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 27,339 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2025 26,775 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2023 26,079 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2022 24,121 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2021 20,271 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2021 20,271 miles

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 17,753 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2019 16,277 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2018 12,413 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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FM65 JVH 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 FM65 JVH, 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 FM65 JVH?

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What year was FM65 JVH registered?

FM65 JVH is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 January 2016.

Is FM65 JVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 JVH 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.

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