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AK52 XSA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Oct 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

69,840 mi
Last recorded69,840 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XSA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 69,840 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2024 65,203 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2023 59,305 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2022 58,263 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 57,168 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 56,662 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2019 55,751 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2018 52,185 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 49,661 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2016 47,428 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 45,687 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2014 42,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 42,992 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 40,697 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2012 37,943 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2011 35,641 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 32,371 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 26,766 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 20,375 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2007 14,194 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2006 10,954 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 5,442 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 XSA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 XSA, 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

How do I check the history of AK52 XSA?

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What year was AK52 XSA registered?

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

Is AK52 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XSA shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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