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AK51 WFT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jul 2017
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

122,092 mi
Last recorded122,092 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK51 WFT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Fail 12 Jun 2019 122,092 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Brake discs rusty

Front tyres low

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jul 2016 114,029 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Jul 2015 105,416 miles

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

Pass 10 Jul 2014 99,077 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2013 92,109 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 86,943 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2011 85,966 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2010 84,422 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Jul 2010 84,422 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2009 81,712 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 78,779 miles

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

pads and discs started to wear

Pass 15 Dec 2007 74,966 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2006 66,113 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2005 56,999 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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AK51 WFT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 AK51 WFT, 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 AK51 WFT registered?

AK51 WFT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 January 2002.

Is AK51 WFT safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK51 WFT shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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