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DU02 EPV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jul 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

100,533 mi
Last recorded100,533 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 EPV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2017 100,533 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 100,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Jul 2016 99,850 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2015 96,454 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2015 96,315 miles

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 24 Apr 2014 92,132 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2013 85,659 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

centre to rear exhaust system corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2012 83,098 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 78,260 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2011 111,433 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2010 74,278 miles

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

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

both front tyres edges low tread

n/s/r tyre has a cut on inner sidewall but not to cords

Fail 9 Feb 2010 74,278 miles

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

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

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

both front tyres edges low tread

n/s/r tyre has a cut on inner sidewall but not to cords

Pass 23 Mar 2009 68,730 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 31 Mar 2008 58,038 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 47,450 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 20 Mar 2006 38,798 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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DU02 EPV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 DU02 EPV, 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 DU02 EPV registered?

DU02 EPV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 2002.

Is DU02 EPV safe to buy?

The MOT history for DU02 EPV shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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