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AK02 WFZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2021
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

147,540 mi
Last recorded147,540 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK02 WFZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2019 147,540 miles

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Jul 2019 147,526 miles

Nearside Lower Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 146,400 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 6 Apr 2018 145,943 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Chassis near upper arm mount (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Inner Sill (2.4.A.3)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front and rear suspension and structure are showing signs of age (2.4.A.3)

Pass 2 Mar 2017 141,698 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded 1 x front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

steering,suspension and chassis components underside rusty/corroding

Fail 27 Feb 2017 141,698 miles

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (as marked) (5.2.6)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both rear lower wishbones (as marked) (2.4.G.1)

Brake pipe slightly corroded 1 x front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated to flexi (3.6.B.4d)

Oil leak ()

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box (7.1.2)

steering,suspension and chassis components underside rusty/corroding

Pass 16 Feb 2016 138,126 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 13 Mar 2015 129,118 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 119,276 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 113,260 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Sep 2012 104,933 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 7 Sep 2011 95,004 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2010 84,935 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2009 73,105 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 71,027 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 55,936 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 38,044 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2006 38,044 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

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 WFZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WFZ, 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 WFZ registered?

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

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