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CX52 MVY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Dec 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

110,102 mi
Last recorded110,102 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCX52 MVY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2023 110,102 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 106,379 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2020 105,941 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 17 Sep 2019 105,281 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2019 105,281 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Sep 2018 104,517 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 103,480 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2017 103,480 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2016 101,404 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2016 101,404 miles

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 97,067 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2014 90,589 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 70,040 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 51,139 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2011 29,475 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2009 2,574 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 2,465 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 1,963 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2006 1,723 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 MVY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 MVY, 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 CX52 MVY registered?

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

Is CX52 MVY safe to buy?

The MOT history for CX52 MVY shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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