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CX52 KXU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

61,904 mi
Last recorded61,904 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 KXU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 9 Jun 2026 61,904 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 19 May 2025 61,321 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 May 2024 61,062 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

vehicle suspension components have surface corrosion

Pass 3 May 2023 60,332 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge & Cracked (5.2.3 (e))

Slight underbody corrosion

Pass 7 Apr 2022 59,194 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 56,158 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2020 50,857 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 49,368 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 48,162 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 46,264 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 42,836 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 38,241 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2013 34,678 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 31,987 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2011 27,764 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2009 24,357 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 20,167 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,071 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 10,654 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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CX52 KXU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CX52 KXU, 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 CX52 KXU registered?

CX52 KXU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is CX52 KXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 KXU shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does CX52 KXU have outstanding finance?

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