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A18 CJE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2021
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,540 mi
Last recorded27,540 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA18 CJE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2020 27,540 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2014 27,459 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2013 25,708 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 24,959 miles

nearside front tyre cracking but no ply or cords exposed

offside front tyre cracking but no ply or cords exposed

offside rear tyre cracking but no ply or cords exposed

Pass 6 Jul 2011 24,258 miles

front tyres slightly cracking in sidewalls

offside wiper blade slightly splitting

rear number plate deteiorating

rear tyres slightly worn on edges and slight cracking in sidewalls

Pass 21 Jul 2010 23,262 miles

both front tyres cracking in sidewalls and slightly worn on edges

nearside rear tyre cracking in sidewalls and slightly worn on edges

offside rear tyre cracking in sidewalls

rear number plate deteriorated

Fail 20 Jul 2010 23,259 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres cracking in sidewalls and slightly worn on edges

nearside rear tyre cracking in sidewalls and slightly worn on edges

offside rear tyre cracking in sidewalls

rear number plate deteriorated

Pass 13 Jul 2009 18,738 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jul 2008 13,115 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 13,093 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2006 10,918 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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A18 CJE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

Across all 2002 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.1% with a typical mileage of 66,854 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 A18 CJE, 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 24 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was A18 CJE registered?

A18 CJE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is A18 CJE safe to buy?

The MOT history for A18 CJE shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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