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SY16 ZGK

2016 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

35,569 mi
Last recorded35,569 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY16 ZGK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2026 35,569 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 33,537 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2024 31,446 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2023 29,139 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 29,139 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 6 Jul 2022 26,285 miles

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

Pass 8 Jul 2021 24,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 18 Jun 2020 21,345 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2019 17,012 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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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SY16 ZGK is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,496cc 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 SY16 ZGK, 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 SY16 ZGK registered?

SY16 ZGK is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2016.

Is SY16 ZGK safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY16 ZGK 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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