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BE52 GEE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

7,582 mi
Last recorded7,582 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBE52 GEE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 7,582 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 7,547 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2023 7,506 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 7,441 miles

emissions only just met

Pass 11 Jun 2021 7,419 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2015 7,409 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 7,351 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside front tyre and both rear tyres cracking/perishing

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Aug 2013 7,302 miles

Engine management light on

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

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

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

Pass 28 Aug 2012 6,785 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2012 6,768 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 23 Aug 2011 6,473 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 6,400 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 6,028 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2009 6,028 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 5,845 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 5,018 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 3,669 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 2,005 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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BE52 GEE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BE52 GEE, 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 BE52 GEE registered?

BE52 GEE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BE52 GEE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BE52 GEE shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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