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EK52 ONH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Feb 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

80,585 mi
Last recorded80,585 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK52 ONH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 80,585 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 80,585 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 21 Jan 2025 77,605 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Feb 2024 71,545 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2023 59,017 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2022 51,323 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 46,960 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Pass 18 Feb 2020 40,386 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2019 30,381 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2018 28,306 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2017 26,158 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 25,117 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2014 23,556 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 22,072 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 21,000 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 20,188 miles

N/s/f Tyre Low Outer Edge

Rear Tyres Low

Pass 30 Nov 2010 19,199 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 17,668 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2008 15,405 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2007 13,958 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2006 11,795 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2005 8,737 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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EK52 ONH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc 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 EK52 ONH, 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 EK52 ONH registered?

EK52 ONH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 October 2002.

Is EK52 ONH safe to buy?

The MOT history for EK52 ONH 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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