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EM02 SEL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

25,001 mi
Last recorded25,001 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEM02 SEL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 25,001 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2024 23,777 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2023 22,944 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2022 22,340 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2021 22,084 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2020 21,602 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 20,819 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Apr 2019 20,793 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 20,319 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2017 19,904 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2016 19,696 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 19,172 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 7 Mar 2014 18,982 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 7 Mar 2014 18,982 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 18,642 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 18,138 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 17,938 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 17,330 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2010 17,330 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 22 Apr 2009 16,071 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 22 Apr 2009 16,071 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Front Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Pass 16 Apr 2008 15,710 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 14,870 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2006 13,465 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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EM02 SEL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 EM02 SEL, 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 EM02 SEL?

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What year was EM02 SEL registered?

EM02 SEL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 May 2002.

Is EM02 SEL safe to buy?

The MOT history for EM02 SEL shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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