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BG02 MVH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Apr 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

80,205 mi
Last recorded80,205 miles
Recorded on6 Apr 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG02 MVH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 6 Apr 2017 80,205 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded chassis rail (viewed from underneath) (2.4.A.3)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2016 77,745 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 72,323 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 4 Apr 2014 68,926 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 61,832 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 59,170 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2011 54,113 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2010 47,714 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2010 47,714 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

both front wiper blades split

Pass 17 Apr 2009 44,147 miles

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

Pass 23 Apr 2008 40,474 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 36,876 miles
Pass 2 May 2006 28,693 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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BG02 MVH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 BG02 MVH, 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 BG02 MVH registered?

BG02 MVH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is BG02 MVH safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG02 MVH shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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