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BP02 OLE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,745 mi
Last recorded32,745 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBP02 OLE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 22 Aug 2025 32,745 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2024 31,916 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 31,496 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 31,011 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 30,510 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2020 30,014 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 29,734 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2018 29,210 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2017 28,690 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 28,075 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2015 27,692 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 27,167 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 26,636 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2013 26,211 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 25,421 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 24,547 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 23,978 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2009 23,570 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2008 23,401 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2007 22,695 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 19,817 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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BP02 OLE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BP02 OLE, 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 BP02 OLE registered?

BP02 OLE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is BP02 OLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BP02 OLE shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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