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DS02 KXF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

94,807 mi
Last recorded94,807 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDS02 KXF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2021 94,807 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Jul 2019 89,213 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2018 82,193 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jul 2017 78,578 miles

both front lower suspension wishbones starting to corrode

both outer door sills starting to corrode

os/r tyre inner edge worn

Pass 11 Jul 2016 73,153 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2016 73,041 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 7 Jul 2015 65,646 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 58,439 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 51,602 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 46,192 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2012 46,192 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,801 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 37,801 miles

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 Jul 2010 29,981 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 18,948 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2008 8,015 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 7,330 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 10 Aug 2006 5,800 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 4,555 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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DS02 KXF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 DS02 KXF, 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 DS02 KXF registered?

DS02 KXF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 August 2002.

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