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DF51 NWX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

75,632 mi
Last recorded75,632 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF51 NWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 75,632 miles

Nearside Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2025 74,742 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2024 73,485 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Mar 2023 72,033 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Mar 2023 72,033 miles

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible hid lamps fitted (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 May 2021 68,014 miles
Pass 30 May 2020 61,130 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 58,048 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill at rear (5.3.6 (a) (i))

under body corroded (suspension arms)

Pass 23 Jun 2018 57,049 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2017 56,013 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 54,107 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 51,283 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 6 Jun 2014 48,623 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

osf lower shock absorber bush slight deterioration

Pass 5 Jun 2013 45,150 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 40,266 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 36,505 miles

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

n/s/r tyre tread worn on the inner edge.

Pass 30 Jun 2010 32,984 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 27,729 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 23,895 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 21,652 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 16,489 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 16,489 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

advise tracking check due to uneven wear on front tyres

o/s/f and n/s/f flexible brake hose ferules corroded

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 NWX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc 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 DF51 NWX, 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 NWX registered?

DF51 NWX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is DF51 NWX safe to buy?

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