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GX16 HKW

2016 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Feb 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

21,961 mi
Last recorded21,961 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX16 HKW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 21,961 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2025 21,231 miles
Fail 14 Aug 2025 21,231 miles

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating 41 (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively 22 (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 18,960 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2023 15,009 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2022 14,462 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2021 13,392 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Aug 2020 12,438 miles
Pass 10 May 2019 10,598 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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GX16 HKW is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,998cc 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 GX16 HKW, 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 GX16 HKW registered?

GX16 HKW is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2016.

Is GX16 HKW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GX16 HKW 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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