Mazda MX-5 Mk1 1.6 1.8 B6 BP Timing Belt Service
Toyota
Corolla
1989
B6/BP 1.6/1.8
⚡ Quick Summary
Severity Level
High
Safe to Drive?
✅ Safe to Drive
Safety Impact
No direct safety impact reported by owners
Urgency Level
🟠 Fix Soon
The B6/BP engine in MX-5 Mk1/NA uses a timing belt that must be replaced every 60,000 miles or 5 years. Belt failure destroys the engine. Cost: £150-280.
Repair / Solution
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⚠️ Wrong Diagnosis?
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