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DF52 EEV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

60,836 mi
Last recorded60,836 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF52 EEV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2019 60,836 miles

Both rear inner sills corroded

Suspension components corroded

Pass 25 Sep 2017 60,668 miles

exposed ends of brake brake pipes to rear hose/unions corroded

surface corrosion to front & rear suspension, steering components & brake discs

Fail 12 Sep 2017 60,664 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

exposed ends of brake brake pipes to rear hose/unions corroded

surface corrosion to front & rear suspension, steering components & brake discs

Pass 28 Sep 2016 59,918 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2016 59,915 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,709 miles

corrosion setting in to rear of outer sills & front chassis sections

Pass 15 Apr 2014 52,604 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 52,604 miles

Nearside Rear 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)

Pass 19 Apr 2013 48,688 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 45,263 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 45,263 miles

Centre Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Apr 2011 69,086 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2010 39,225 miles

Number plates must display no.BS AU 145D and name and post code of registration plate supplier It is a legal requirement.

Pass 3 Apr 2009 35,961 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2008 32,698 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2007 29,279 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2006 24,682 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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DF52 EEV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 DF52 EEV, 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 DF52 EEV?

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What year was DF52 EEV registered?

DF52 EEV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 September 2002.

Is DF52 EEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF52 EEV shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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