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C3 RPT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 May 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

39,025 mi
Last recorded39,025 miles
Recorded on8 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationC3 RPT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 May 2025 39,025 miles
Fail 6 May 2025 39,025 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Oct 2023 38,159 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 37,670 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 37,670 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Oct 2021 36,882 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 36,589 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 36,377 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 36,377 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 35,913 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2018 35,913 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Jun 2017 35,425 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 33,941 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2016 33,941 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 32,296 miles
Pass 29 May 2014 31,364 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

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

Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Jul 2011 31,295 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2010 30,939 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 29,876 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 30 Jun 2008 26,137 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 22,591 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 20,031 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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C3 RPT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc 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 C3 RPT, 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 C3 RPT registered?

C3 RPT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is C3 RPT safe to buy?

The MOT history for C3 RPT shows 22 tests with a 77.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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