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AY51 LBV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Apr 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

141,469 mi
Last recorded141,469 miles
Recorded on15 Mar 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY51 LBV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Fail 15 Mar 2022 141,469 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill side (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure inadequately repaired such that structural rigidity is significantly reduced side sill (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Apr 2021 135,551 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2020 131,102 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2020 131,102 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 10 Apr 2019 125,446 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Fail 9 Apr 2019 125,446 miles

Emissions not tested Exhaust leaking at rear (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Apr 2018 119,527 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2018 119,512 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 28 Mar 2017 114,385 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 109,170 miles

Exhaust rusted

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 103,237 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 97,225 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2013 91,132 miles

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

Fail 20 Mar 2013 91,132 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

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

Pass 19 Mar 2012 78,144 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 Mar 2011 65,863 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Mar 2010 54,294 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2009 46,031 miles

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

Pass 17 Mar 2008 37,176 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 26,792 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2006 23,138 miles
Fail 11 Jan 2006 22,651 miles

Nearside Rear 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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AY51 LBV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 AY51 LBV, 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 AY51 LBV registered?

AY51 LBV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 January 2002.

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