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AU52 XZE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jun 2017
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

106,758 mi
Last recorded106,758 miles
Recorded on14 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU52 XZE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Jun 2016 106,758 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 106,643 miles

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 22 Jun 2015 101,047 miles

nearside rear sill damaged and corroded

Fail 15 Jun 2015 100,905 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

nearside rear sill damaged and corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2014 94,940 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2014 94,940 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 89,555 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 22 Jun 2012 81,576 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 73,991 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 65,413 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 57,059 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 48,939 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 40,056 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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AU52 XZE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 XZE, 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 XZE registered?

AU52 XZE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is AU52 XZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AU52 XZE shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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