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CS02 RNS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2022
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

79,364 mi
Last recorded79,364 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCS02 RNS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2021 79,364 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2019 77,584 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2018 74,343 miles
Pass 11 May 2017 70,252 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 65,425 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 65,164 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both front tyres perished

both rear tyres perished

exhaust corroded

front brake discs corroded

offside rear outer brake pad getting low

rear brake discs corroded

surface corrosion on the offside outer sill

wiper blades noisey across the windscreen

Fail 11 Feb 2014 64,670 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

exhaust corroded

slight binding, o/s/r brake

Pass 11 Feb 2014 64,670 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

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

exhaust corroded

slight binding, o/s/r brake

Pass 29 Jan 2013 63,275 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 61,934 miles

Exhaust flanges corroded

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake is very slightly binding

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 9 Feb 2011 59,264 miles

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

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

rear tyres soft

slight drag offside rear brake

Pass 9 Feb 2011 59,264 miles

rear tyres soft

slight drag offside rear brake

Pass 19 Jan 2010 55,224 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2009 47,879 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2008 38,058 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2007 30,511 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 28,283 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2005 18,168 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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CS02 RNS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 CS02 RNS, 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 CS02 RNS registered?

CS02 RNS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 August 2002.

Is CS02 RNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for CS02 RNS shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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