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FM65 FEV

2016 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1496cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Mar 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

40,803 mi
Last recorded40,803 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda MX-526,306 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM65 FEV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2016
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,496cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 11 Mar 2026 40,803 miles

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

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front shocker dust boot split

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub carrier bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

main beam switch sticks on when flashed

Pass 20 Feb 2025 39,145 miles

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Front shocker dust boot split

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub carrier bushes slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 37,425 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub carrier bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Feb 2023 35,829 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component pin or bush slightly worn hub carrier bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Feb 2022 32,255 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2021 29,169 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2020 26,678 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 21,553 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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FM65 FEV is a 2016 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,496cc 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 FM65 FEV, 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 FM65 FEV?

You can check the full history of FM65 FEV by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was FM65 FEV registered?

FM65 FEV is a 2016 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 January 2016.

Is FM65 FEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM65 FEV 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.

Does FM65 FEV have outstanding finance?

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