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AK02 WFS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

101,102 mi
Last recorded101,102 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 WFS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2020 101,102 miles

Brake drum worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened x2 (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2018 70,291 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2018 70,255 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 10 May 2017 69,027 miles
Fail 9 May 2017 69,027 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill in 2 places (5.2.6)

Pass 13 May 2016 65,764 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2014 64,004 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2013 62,425 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 61,013 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on outer edge

offside rear tyre perished side walls

Pass 12 Aug 2011 59,852 miles

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 9 Aug 2010 57,460 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2009 57,196 miles

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

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

Pass 2 May 2008 50,330 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 50,330 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2007 43,195 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 35,017 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 WFS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 AK02 WFS, 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 WFS registered?

AK02 WFS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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