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DU02 NUB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2022
Tests22 (15 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate68.2%

Mileage

117,999 mi
Last recorded117,999 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDU02 NUB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2021 117,999 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2018 117,183 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 111,171 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2017 111,171 miles

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

Pass 8 Aug 2016 106,310 miles
Fail 8 Aug 2016 106,310 miles

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

Fail 18 Jul 2016 106,015 miles

Nearside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake caliper has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded Sill (5.2.6)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 100,655 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 97,340 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2014 97,340 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 91,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 87,731 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2011 81,383 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2010 77,357 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2009 72,889 miles

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

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

Fail 20 Jul 2009 72,889 miles

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

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Fail 22 Aug 2008 71,209 miles

Centre Rear Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Aug 2008 71,209 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 66,123 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 57,352 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2006 57,352 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Jul 2005 41,760 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)

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 NUB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.2%.

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 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 DU02 NUB, 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.

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What year was DU02 NUB registered?

DU02 NUB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 March 2002.

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The MOT history for DU02 NUB shows 22 tests with a 68.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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