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BU52 GSY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

74,977 mi
Last recorded74,977 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 GSY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Apr 2025 74,977 miles

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))

Pass 19 Oct 2021 74,919 miles

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))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 74,919 miles

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))

Pass 29 Oct 2020 74,685 miles

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))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 74,685 miles

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))

Pass 3 Jun 2019 74,135 miles

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))

Fail 3 Jun 2019 74,135 miles

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))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 73,744 miles

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))

Pass 9 Jun 2017 71,562 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2017 71,562 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 71,287 miles

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)

Pass 31 Mar 2015 69,936 miles

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

Pass 7 Apr 2014 67,399 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 64,493 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2012 62,030 miles

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)

Pass 11 Mar 2011 61,471 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 60,386 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2009 59,090 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2008 58,062 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 3 Mar 2008 58,062 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2007 56,442 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2006 52,330 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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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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What year was BU52 GSY registered?

BU52 GSY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is BU52 GSY safe to buy?

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