MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
74,977 miAbove average mileage for this year
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Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Offside Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both outer sills (2.4.A.3)
Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)
Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
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BU52 GSY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.
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 BU52 GSY, 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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BU52 GSY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.
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