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AK52 XTB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2015
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

32,821 mi
Last recorded32,821 miles
Recorded on1 May 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAK52 XTB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 May 2014 32,821 miles

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

Pass 14 May 2013 30,639 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 27,199 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2011 21,171 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2011 21,171 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2010 19,276 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2009 17,109 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2008 16,171 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 14,423 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 11,495 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 XTB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 XTB, 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 XTB registered?

AK52 XTB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is AK52 XTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for AK52 XTB shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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