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AY02 KCV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Apr 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

83,104 mi
Last recorded83,104 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY02 KCV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2025 83,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Apr 2025 83,104 miles

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Apr 2024 80,174 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 74,242 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2022 72,892 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2022 72,891 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 1 Mar 2021 69,076 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 69,010 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 68,717 miles

all fuel and brake lines heavily undersealed

Pass 6 Mar 2018 68,460 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 67,682 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2016 66,092 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2015 62,658 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 59,865 miles

nearside front tyre perished

Pass 27 Feb 2013 59,035 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 58,567 miles

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Nearside Brake lining(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 4 Feb 2011 55,578 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Feb 2010 53,918 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 50,151 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 15 Mar 2008 44,446 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2007 37,007 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2006 29,880 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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AY02 KCV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 AY02 KCV, 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

How do I check the history of AY02 KCV?

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What year was AY02 KCV registered?

AY02 KCV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is AY02 KCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY02 KCV shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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