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AT51 CKD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1834cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

146,964 mi
Last recorded146,964 miles
Recorded on7 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAT51 CKD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,834cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Mar 2026 146,964 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 146,835 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2025 146,833 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 16 Feb 2024 146,584 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 146,370 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2022 146,139 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2022 146,133 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 May 2021 145,845 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle coated in underseal not allowing full inspection of some components

Pass 13 May 2020 145,446 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 144,049 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 140,164 miles

Nearside Front brake has slight bind

Rear disc getting rusty

Pass 12 Sep 2017 133,778 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2016 128,173 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 126,894 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 6 Aug 2015 126,892 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar damaged and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Front bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 125,719 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 122,236 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 114,922 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 114,410 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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AT51 CKD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,834cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 AT51 CKD, 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 AT51 CKD registered?

AT51 CKD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is AT51 CKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AT51 CKD shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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