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DY52 UXJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

42,232 mi
Last recorded42,232 miles
Recorded on13 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDY52 UXJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Mar 2026 42,232 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2025 41,518 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2024 41,449 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2023 41,265 miles

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

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 40,199 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 39,900 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2020 39,881 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 39,192 miles

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

Pass 5 Mar 2018 38,902 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2017 37,452 miles

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

slight corrosion on suspension components

Fail 8 Mar 2017 37,452 miles

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

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

slight corrosion on suspension components

Pass 7 Mar 2016 36,553 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 35,527 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2014 34,787 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 34,037 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2012 33,316 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 32,317 miles

slight corrosion on front inner discs

Pass 29 Mar 2010 28,614 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2009 22,598 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2009 22,598 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 17,457 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 11,347 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2006 7,750 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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DY52 UXJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 DY52 UXJ, 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 DY52 UXJ registered?

DY52 UXJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 December 2002.

Is DY52 UXJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DY52 UXJ shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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