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DN02 DFJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2016
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

60,362 mi
Last recorded60,362 miles
Recorded on24 Jun 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDN02 DFJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jun 2015 60,362 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 41,197 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2013 41,197 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Mar 2012 36,367 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 36,102 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 35,405 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 21 May 2009 31,806 miles

front brake discs corroded on inner faces

small chip in front screen

Pass 21 May 2008 28,350 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 24,731 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 23 May 2006 20,458 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 23 May 2006 20,457 miles

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

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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DN02 DFJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DN02 DFJ, 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 DN02 DFJ registered?

DN02 DFJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 June 2002.

Is DN02 DFJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DN02 DFJ shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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