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DK02 UXS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Mar 2022
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

94,383 mi
Last recorded94,383 miles
Recorded on1 Mar 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK02 UXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 Mar 2021 94,383 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all susp. arms front and rear heavily corroded!! (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle has extensive under body corossion!

Fail 12 Feb 2021 94,345 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL susp, arms front and rear heavily corroded !!!!!! (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle has extensive under body corossion!!!!!

Pass 5 Mar 2020 92,401 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle has general underbody corossion

Fail 28 Feb 2020 92,375 miles

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

vehicle has general underbody corossion

Pass 7 Mar 2019 88,862 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both front lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear sill corroded

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 85,369 miles

Offside Rear sill corroded - not excessive(holed) at time of test!!

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

vehicle has general under body corossion!!!

Fail 7 Mar 2018 85,368 miles

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

Offside Rear sill corroded - not excessive(holed) at time of test!!

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

vehicle has general under body corossion!!!

Pass 1 Mar 2017 79,158 miles

Front Suspension arm worn but not seriously weakened both lower (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (2.4.G.1)

Pass 7 Mar 2016 72,410 miles

both front suspension arms corroded

Fail 29 Feb 2016 72,409 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

both front suspension arms corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2015 63,484 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2015 63,484 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 58,024 miles

multiple cuts evident on both front tyre outer sidewalls

Fail 25 Feb 2014 58,024 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

all 4 brake discs are deteriated. recommend renewal

imbalance evident on front braking system. recommend inspection

multiple cuts evident on both front tyre outer sidewalls

Pass 1 Mar 2013 53,758 miles

both front brake discs are deteriated. recommend renewal

both front inner brake pads are just over 1.5mm thick. recommend renewal

n/s/r tyre tread is wearing heavily on outer edge. recommend renewal

o/s/r tyre tread is worn heavily on inner edge. recommend renewal

Pass 1 Mar 2012 49,102 miles

all 4 brake discs are showing signs of deteriation

Pass 3 Mar 2011 43,014 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2010 37,719 miles

travel evident park brake lever

Pass 17 Feb 2009 33,644 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2008 32,033 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Mar 2007 27,403 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 22,766 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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DK02 UXS 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 72.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 DK02 UXS, 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 DK02 UXS registered?

DK02 UXS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 March 2002.

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