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N16 MXV

1996 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Mar 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

9,594 mi
Last recorded9,594 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2017
Typical for 1996 Mazda MX-586,097 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN16 MXV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year1996
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Mar 2017 9,594 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 9,551 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 9,525 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 9,380 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 9,362 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2012 9,353 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 9,312 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2010 9,243 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2010 9,243 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 15 Apr 2009 8,890 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2008 8,878 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 8,870 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2006 8,852 miles

Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 22 Apr 2006 8,852 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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N16 MXV is a 1996 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 1996 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 86,097 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 N16 MXV, 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 30 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N16 MXV registered?

N16 MXV is a 1996 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 April 1996.

Is N16 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N16 MXV shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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