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CR02 HOT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jun 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

25,418 mi
Last recorded25,418 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCR02 HOT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2025 25,418 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension component's Corroded, not seriously weakened

Fail 23 Jun 2025 25,418 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all suspension component's Corroded, not seriously weakened

Pass 24 Jun 2024 23,966 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under Body and Suspension corroded

Fail 24 Jun 2024 23,966 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill cover (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under Body and Suspension corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2023 23,159 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2022 22,305 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both front arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both rear arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 20,499 miles

corrosion suspension components.

Pass 3 Jun 2020 18,369 miles

both rear sills very poor condition

front discs poor condition

n/s/r drop link cover poor condition

o/s/f wing poor condition

Pass 22 May 2019 16,627 miles

front brake discs poor condition

rear drop links poor condition

Pass 15 May 2018 14,479 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 13,645 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 13,459 miles

heavy corrosion to suspension components

heavy cracks to all tyres

Fail 31 May 2016 13,459 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

heavy corrosion to suspension components

heavy cracks to all tyres

Pass 21 Apr 2015 12,774 miles

heavy cracks to all tyres

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to suspension components

Pass 8 May 2014 12,022 miles

all drop links poor condition

all tyres heavy cracks in sidewalls and tread

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to suspension components

Pass 20 May 2013 11,596 miles

all tyres heavy cracks in sidewalls (just acceptable)

corrosion to exhaust

corrosion to front brake discs

corrosion to rear coil springs

heavy corrosion to suspension components

slight corrosion to rear brake discs

Pass 30 May 2012 11,322 miles

corrosion to suspension components.

exhaust in poor condition.

front brake discs in poor condition.

heavy cracks in all tyres/tread just acceptable.

oil leaks.

underbody corrosion forming.

Pass 23 Jun 2011 10,768 miles

all tyres cracks in tread.

brake discs poor condition.

corrsion to exhaust.

heavy corrsion suspension units.

Pass 17 Jun 2010 10,067 miles

SLIGHT CORROSION TO FRONT BRAKE DISCS AND EXHAUST

UNEVEN WEAR TO ALL TYRES/SLIGHT CRACKS IN TREADS

Pass 3 Jun 2009 8,917 miles

all tyres cracks in tread

corrosion to exhaust

Pass 2 May 2008 8,126 miles

CORRSION FORMING TO FRONT BRAKE DISCS.

Pass 22 May 2007 7,370 miles

front brake discs poor condition

Pass 5 May 2006 6,542 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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CR02 HOT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 CR02 HOT, 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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CR02 HOT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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