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DG02 SEZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,862 mi
Last recorded94,862 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG02 SEZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 94,862 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 94,361 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 92,755 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2017 90,721 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 3 Apr 2017 90,721 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Apr 2016 88,768 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Apr 2015 85,084 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2015 85,084 miles

Nearside Brake cable has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2014 83,014 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

offside wiper blade deteriorated

Pass 12 Apr 2013 78,144 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

front brake discs inner faces pitted

offside front brake slight bind

Pass 18 Apr 2012 75,987 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2012 75,987 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 7 Apr 2011 75,261 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 74,047 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 71,165 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 69,235 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2007 67,026 miles
Pass 5 May 2006 61,869 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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DG02 SEZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 DG02 SEZ, 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

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What year was DG02 SEZ registered?

DG02 SEZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2002.

Is DG02 SEZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG02 SEZ shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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