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BU52 GUX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

60,777 mi
Last recorded60,777 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU52 GUX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Sep 2025 60,777 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Aug 2024 60,522 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 60,056 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 59,067 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 58,922 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 58,847 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 58,686 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2018 58,182 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2017 57,525 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2016 56,765 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2015 55,974 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2014 54,939 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 53,363 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2012 50,122 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 45,643 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 42,060 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 37,919 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 24 Apr 2008 35,405 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2006 34,166 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2005 33,581 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2005 33,581 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

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

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 GUX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GUX, 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 BU52 GUX registered?

BU52 GUX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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