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AE52 XSU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2023
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

85,056 mi
Last recorded85,056 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE52 XSU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2022 85,056 miles

all suspension components corroded

Pass 3 Mar 2021 79,408 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material in clip (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Feb 2020 78,961 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2020 78,954 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Feb 2019 74,864 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2019 74,818 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2018 72,691 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2018 72,691 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 69,424 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2017 69,409 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a suspension ball joint (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 67,355 miles

BOTH FRONT LOWER ARMS CORRODED

BOTH REAR LOWER ARMS CORRODED

Pass 4 Mar 2015 64,226 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2014 60,389 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 56,327 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED

BOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN

Pass 14 Feb 2012 52,121 miles

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED

BOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN

Pass 28 Feb 2011 47,438 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED

BOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED AND GETTING THIN

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE BALD ON OUTER EDGE OF TYRE

Pass 15 Feb 2010 41,927 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED MORE ON INSIDES OF DISCS

BOTH FRONT TYRES BALD ON OUTER EDGES OF TYRES AND SLIGHTLY WORN ON INSIDE EDGES OF TYRES

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS WORN AND CORRODED MORE ON INSIDES OF DISCS

BOTH REARS OF OUTER SILL PANELS CORRODED

FRONT BRAKES SLIGHTLY OUT OF BALANCE

Pass 27 Feb 2009 36,411 miles

BOTH FRONT BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED MORE ON INSIDES OF DISCS

BOTH REAR BRAKE DISCS SLIGHTLY WORN AND CORRODED

REAR BRAKE PADS GETTING LOW MORE ON NEARSIDE REAR OUTER PAD

Fail 5 Mar 2008 30,847 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 5 Mar 2008 30,847 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2007 24,754 miles

both rear tyres on 2m

Pass 6 Mar 2006 19,223 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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AE52 XSU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

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 AE52 XSU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AE52 XSU?

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What year was AE52 XSU registered?

AE52 XSU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 November 2002.

Is AE52 XSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE52 XSU shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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