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AK02 TSU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2024
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

90,122 mi
Last recorded90,122 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 TSU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2023 90,122 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2022 89,288 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2021 89,263 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2019 88,407 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2019 88,346 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 86,361 miles
Pass 11 May 2016 78,069 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

o/s/r brake has slight bind and pads wearing thin.

Pass 16 May 2015 68,700 miles
Pass 15 May 2014 62,044 miles

underbody corroded

Fail 14 May 2014 62,044 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

underbody corroded

Pass 15 May 2013 59,974 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 16 May 2012 58,725 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Fail 20 Apr 2011 54,767 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Apr 2011 54,767 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2010 51,395 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2009 48,265 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 10 Jun 2009 48,265 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2008 42,657 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Jun 2008 42,657 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2007 32,485 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 20,011 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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AK02 TSU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AK02 TSU, 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

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What year was AK02 TSU registered?

AK02 TSU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is AK02 TSU safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK02 TSU shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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