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DF02 DWZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jun 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

40,795 mi
Last recorded40,795 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF02 DWZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 40,795 miles
Pass 28 May 2025 40,120 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 39,395 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 38,699 miles

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 19 May 2022 37,693 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 19 May 2022 37,693 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Pass 25 Jun 2020 36,940 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2020 36,933 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jun 2019 35,889 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 34,729 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 33,413 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2016 32,347 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 30,985 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 30,179 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 18 Jul 2013 28,850 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2012 27,827 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2011 25,198 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 21,308 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2009 19,923 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 29 Mar 2008 14,864 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 12,553 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2005 10,141 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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DF02 DWZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 DF02 DWZ, 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

How do I check the history of DF02 DWZ?

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What year was DF02 DWZ registered?

DF02 DWZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 July 2002.

Is DF02 DWZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF02 DWZ shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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