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AK52 NYN

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Aug 2026
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

67,827 mi
Last recorded67,827 miles
Recorded on23 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 NYN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jul 2025 67,827 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2024 67,774 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2023 67,670 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2022 67,443 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 67,303 miles

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

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

Fail 21 Jul 2021 67,303 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2020 67,172 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2019 67,105 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2018 66,989 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 66,799 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2017 66,799 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 66,549 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 66,256 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2014 66,143 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2013 65,245 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2012 63,902 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 62,807 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 50,746 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2010 39,847 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 27,893 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2009 27,893 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2008 17,544 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,554 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2006 13,495 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2005 10,877 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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AK52 NYN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 AK52 NYN, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AK52 NYN registered?

AK52 NYN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is AK52 NYN safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 NYN shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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