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DX02 RBU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

35,015 mi
Last recorded35,015 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDX02 RBU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 35,015 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2025 34,919 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2024 34,901 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2023 34,883 miles

front and rear suspesion arms surface corrosion

Pass 24 Feb 2022 34,840 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Mar 2021 34,825 miles

front & rear suspension arms surface corrosion

rear tyres starting to get low on tread

Pass 24 Feb 2020 34,808 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all in general (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside sill slight corrosion

Pass 4 Mar 2019 34,751 miles

eml light on

undertrays fitted

Pass 23 Feb 2018 34,645 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 34,645 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2017 34,572 miles

Nearside sill corroded at rear

Offside sill corrode at rear

Pass 24 Feb 2016 34,517 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion outer sill (6.1.B.2)

advise engine light on

Pass 2 Mar 2015 34,488 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 34,046 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2013 33,625 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)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 32,596 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 15 Feb 2011 31,301 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 29,770 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 28,144 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 25 Feb 2008 26,884 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 24,514 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2006 21,210 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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DX02 RBU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 DX02 RBU, 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

How do I check the history of DX02 RBU?

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What year was DX02 RBU registered?

DX02 RBU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is DX02 RBU safe to buy?

The MOT history for DX02 RBU shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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