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BEN 991V

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Dec 2025
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

36,002 mi
Last recorded36,002 miles
Recorded on30 Dec 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBEN 991V
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Dec 2024 36,002 miles

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (chip on windscreen) (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Oct 2022 35,303 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 5 Oct 2022 35,303 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2021 34,286 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 32,714 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Oct 2020 32,712 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 31,062 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2018 28,363 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2017 26,714 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2017 26,710 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 26 Oct 2016 22,583 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2016 22,499 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 7 Sep 2015 18,918 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 17,704 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 17,571 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2013 17,571 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 4 Sep 2012 15,558 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 14,501 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2010 13,236 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 11,937 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2008 9,915 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2007 7,989 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,383 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2005 5,180 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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BEN 991V is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 BEN 991V, 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 BEN 991V registered?

BEN 991V is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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The MOT history for BEN 991V shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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