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AM02 NZD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jun 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

117,519 mi
Last recorded117,519 miles
Recorded on17 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAM02 NZD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026 117,519 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 26 Jun 2025 117,387 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 5 Jun 2024 117,248 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear and n/s rear (covered with grease) (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 15 Jun 2023 117,129 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 116,899 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2021 116,579 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2019 116,068 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Jul 2018 115,968 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 9 May 2018 115,942 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under wing (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded under wing (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

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

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

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

Pass 11 May 2017 114,876 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold area (7.1.2)

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear brake disc modified but not seriously weakened (3.5.1n)

all tyres cracking in tread

all tyres cracking in tread

exhaust silencer heavy corrosion

Pass 27 May 2016 113,116 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 103,576 miles
Fail 2 May 2015 103,567 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Apr 2014 90,273 miles

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

Fail 15 Apr 2014 90,210 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 5 Mar 2013 75,758 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2011 58,394 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2010 51,683 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2009 43,769 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2008 43,750 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Mar 2007 36,671 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2006 304,754 miles

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

drivers wiper split at ends

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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AM02 NZD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 AM02 NZD, 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 AM02 NZD registered?

AM02 NZD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is AM02 NZD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AM02 NZD shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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