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AU52 FJD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2024
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

50,680 mi
Last recorded50,680 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 FJD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2023 50,680 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Aug 2022 44,401 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner braking surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked and perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Dec 2021 43,716 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2020 42,914 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 42,052 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2018 40,530 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 38,968 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2016 36,993 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 35,584 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 34,499 miles

n /s rear wheel has slight drag

Pass 9 Dec 2013 33,073 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2012 31,286 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2011 29,533 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2010 27,984 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 26,311 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 21,501 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2007 17,897 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 14,596 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2006 14,485 miles

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

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

Offside Front 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)

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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AU52 FJD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc 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 AU52 FJD, 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 AU52 FJD registered?

AU52 FJD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 September 2002.

Is AU52 FJD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 FJD shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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