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LT16 HXW

2016 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Feb 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

29,208 mi
Last recorded29,208 miles
Recorded on9 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT16 HXW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 9 Feb 2026 29,208 miles

both rear tyres wearing low centre tread

Pass 10 Feb 2025 24,816 miles

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 19 Feb 2024 21,961 miles

under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 31 Jan 2023 19,300 miles

under trays & low body sill covers fitted

Pass 21 Feb 2022 16,767 miles

under tray & plastic sill covers fitted

Pass 8 Feb 2021 14,540 miles

under trays & sill covers fitted

Pass 18 Feb 2020 12,661 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 9,105 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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LT16 HXW is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 LT16 HXW, 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 LT16 HXW registered?

LT16 HXW is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is LT16 HXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT16 HXW 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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