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AO02 FSY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

70,024 mi
Last recorded70,024 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO02 FSY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2023 70,024 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2023 70,020 miles

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Nov 2022 68,871 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Various places (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 67,295 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2020 65,452 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All Four (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 May 2019 61,248 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 56,882 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both front (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced near/side sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 9 May 2017 54,157 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 53,195 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 52,217 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 49,445 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2013 46,801 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 46,567 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 46,210 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 45,425 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2009 44,866 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 43,912 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2007 42,284 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 38,681 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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AO02 FSY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 AO02 FSY, 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 AO02 FSY registered?

AO02 FSY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is AO02 FSY safe to buy?

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