CarVerify

Free Car Check

HD16 LGO

2016 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1998cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Jul 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

33,173 mi
Last recorded33,173 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD16 LGO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 33,173 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 29,127 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 23,855 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have multiple cuts but no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres have multiple cuts but no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Fail 6 Jun 2023 23,855 miles

Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both front tyres have multiple cuts but no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Both rear tyres have multiple cuts but no cords visible (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2022 19,787 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2021 18,402 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 15,857 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Jun 2019 12,391 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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

HD16 LGO is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LGO, 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 HD16 LGO?

You can check the full history of HD16 LGO by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was HD16 LGO registered?

HD16 LGO is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is HD16 LGO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD16 LGO shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does HD16 LGO have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on HD16 LGO. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.