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BJ02 XRR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

62,200 mi
Last recorded62,200 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ02 XRR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 62,200 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2024 61,928 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 61,873 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2022 61,763 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 61,451 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 61,246 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 60,170 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2018 58,980 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 57,196 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 54,989 miles

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

Fail 12 Apr 2016 54,989 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Pass 19 Feb 2015 51,027 miles

front and rear tyres cracking perished

Pass 21 Dec 2012 48,265 miles

All four tyres slightly deteriorated

N/s/r outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 14 Dec 2012 48,223 miles

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

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

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

All four tyres slightly deteriorated

N/s/r outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 29 Dec 2011 45,477 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2011 43,238 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2011 43,214 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 31 Mar 2010 36,651 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2009 32,506 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 23 Apr 2008 28,533 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2007 25,405 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 22,231 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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BJ02 XRR 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 86.4%.

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 BJ02 XRR, 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 BJ02 XRR registered?

BJ02 XRR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 April 2002.

Is BJ02 XRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ02 XRR shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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