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AK02 WFN

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Aug 2019
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

98,340 mi
Last recorded98,340 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 WFN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2018 98,340 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2018 98,336 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side not working (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm 205/45/16 (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Upper Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2017 89,914 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion to vehicle underside/suspension components/sub-frames not considered excessive at this time.

Front tyres worn to 3mm tread depth.

Fail 5 Aug 2017 89,914 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Corrosion to vehicle underside/suspension components/sub-frames not considered excessive at this time.

Front tyres worn to 3mm tread depth.

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2016 78,222 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2016 78,090 miles

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Pass 4 Aug 2015 65,963 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 65,922 miles

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 55,104 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 5 Aug 2014 55,070 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Aug 2013 45,307 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2013 45,270 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 7 Aug 2012 36,133 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2012 36,133 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 2 Aug 2011 32,457 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2010 30,336 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 29 Jul 2010 30,336 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 24,151 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 22,154 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2007 19,145 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 16,687 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 14,243 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 WFN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 WFN, 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 AK02 WFN registered?

AK02 WFN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 May 2002.

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