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DF51 NWW

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jan 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

162,009 mi
Last recorded162,009 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 NWW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2018 162,009 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

front and rear suspension components have surface rust

Pass 19 Jan 2017 143,743 miles
Fail 19 Jan 2017 143,743 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Dec 2015 135,530 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 124,786 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2013 113,460 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 104,942 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2011 96,254 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 86,989 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2010 77,685 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 66,581 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2009 66,581 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Jan 2008 56,160 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2007 46,832 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 35,263 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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DF51 NWW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 DF51 NWW, 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 DF51 NWW registered?

DF51 NWW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is DF51 NWW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF51 NWW shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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