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DK52 SZW

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Jul 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,191 mi
Last recorded52,191 miles
Recorded on9 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDK52 SZW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 9 Jul 2025 52,191 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2020 52,168 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2019 51,973 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 51,793 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 51,594 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 51,446 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 51,305 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2014 50,983 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2013 50,475 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 49,869 miles
Pass 8 May 2009 34,696 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2008 33,952 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2007 30,811 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 28,269 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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DK52 SZW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DK52 SZW, 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 DK52 SZW registered?

DK52 SZW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is DK52 SZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for DK52 SZW shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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