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HD16 FGG

2016 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 May 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

49,855 mi
Last recorded49,855 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD16 FGG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2026 49,855 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both rear inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 42,059 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2025 42,049 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 30 Apr 2024 35,967 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 27,143 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2022 27,006 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Oct 2021 26,308 miles

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

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened nsr inner pad 5mm (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Jan 2021 23,883 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 15,959 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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HD16 FGG is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Silver 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 HD16 FGG, 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 HD16 FGG registered?

HD16 FGG is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 July 2016.

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The MOT history for HD16 FGG 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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