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BN02 LSZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 May 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

45,251 mi
Last recorded45,251 miles
Recorded on12 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN02 LSZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 May 2018 45,251 miles
Pass 6 May 2017 45,025 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 44,639 miles

Offside Front floor has slight corrosion at front and at lower wing edge

Pass 13 Aug 2014 44,045 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2013 42,757 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 41,530 miles
Pass 27 May 2011 39,087 miles
Pass 14 May 2010 35,796 miles
Pass 15 May 2009 32,139 miles

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)

rear brakes binding both sides

Pass 17 May 2008 28,015 miles
Pass 16 May 2007 23,258 miles
Fail 16 May 2006 18,332 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 16 May 2006 18,332 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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BN02 LSZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 BN02 LSZ, 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 BN02 LSZ registered?

BN02 LSZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 March 2002.

Is BN02 LSZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN02 LSZ shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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