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AK02 WFV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 May 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

43,157 mi
Last recorded43,157 miles
Recorded on22 May 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 WFV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 May 2020 43,157 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2019 40,135 miles

Offside Front chassis leg corroded but not holed

Pass 17 Jul 2018 39,899 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2017 39,151 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 37,483 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2015 36,578 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2015 36,577 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jul 2014 33,529 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 30,485 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 26,935 miles

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

Pass 14 Jun 2011 22,957 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2010 20,110 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 16,766 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 12,979 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 10,562 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 7,956 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 WFV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 WFV, 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 WFV registered?

AK02 WFV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 May 2002.

Is AK02 WFV safe to buy?

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