2016 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · J122 GEX
2016 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 16 Nov 2016. Recorded mileage 70,463 miles. MOT valid until 25 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2016
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,463 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 4+)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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J122 GEX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/11/2025
- 70,463 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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J122 GEX MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2016 Mazda Mx-5 (J122 GEX) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 25 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
J122 GEX Mileage History
- 21/11/202363,808 mi
- 26/11/202469,347 mi+5,539 mi
- 26/11/202469,347 mi
- 25/11/202570,463 mi+1,116 mi
- 25/11/202570,463 mi
Average of roughly 3,306 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (ND)
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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- Manual Gearbox Failure on Early CarsSerious
Early ND1 2.0-litre manuals had weak internals that could develop whine, baulking shifts or outright gear failure, especially if driven hard.
- Clutch Pedal Bracket / Linkage CreakingModerate
Some early ND cars develop creaks or inconsistent clutch take-up from wear around the clutch pedal bracket and linkage area.
- Rear Suspension Hub Carrier Spherical Bushing Play and ClunkingModerate
The multi-link rear suspension on the ND MX-5 uses spherical bearing pillow-ball bushings within the aluminium rear hub carriers (knuckles) to control wheel geometry. Over UK roads, moisture, road salt and grit penetrate the rubber dust seals, causing the internal spherical joints to corrode and develop excessive play. This produces a noticeable rear-end knocking noise over bumps, vague high-speed stability, and an automatic UK MOT failure for excessive play in a suspension pin, bush or joint. Mazda does not supply replacement bushes separately, quoting £900–£1,600 to replace complete hub assemblies; however, independent specialists fit aftermarket polyurethane or spherical replacement bush kits (such as Polybush or Powerflex) on the car.
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