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CK52 VVR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Dec 2018
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

72,188 mi
Last recorded72,188 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCK52 VVR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2017 72,188 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2017 72,188 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 2 Dec 2016 70,073 miles
Fail 2 Dec 2016 70,073 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2015 66,984 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rusty (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 64,205 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 14 Nov 2014 64,205 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Nov 2013 61,803 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2013 61,803 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 29 Nov 2012 59,088 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2012 59,088 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 21 Nov 2011 55,766 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 52,781 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2009 50,088 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Nov 2009 50,088 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2008 46,714 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 23 Nov 2007 43,754 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 23 Nov 2007 43,754 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2006 36,786 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2006 36,786 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 2 Dec 2005 28,937 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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CK52 VVR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 CK52 VVR, 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 CK52 VVR registered?

CK52 VVR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 December 2002.

Is CK52 VVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for CK52 VVR shows 21 tests with a 61.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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