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EN02 YKB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

78,378 mi
Last recorded78,378 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN02 YKB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 78,378 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis rails showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle and suspension arms surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 3 Apr 2024 78,378 miles

Front Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both front chassis rails showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both outer sills showing signs of corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced under vehicle and suspension arms surface rust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 16 Dec 2022 78,371 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

mil on

Pass 7 Dec 2021 78,098 miles

exhaust deteriorating / leaking

mil on

Fail 2 Dec 2021 78,094 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Position lamp not working both fronts (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

exhaust deteriorating / leaking

mil on

Pass 4 Jan 2021 77,680 miles

20%front brake imbalance

Fail 21 Dec 2020 77,677 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

20%front brake imbalance

MIL on

Pass 2 Dec 2019 76,673 miles

suspension arms corroded / weakened

Pass 1 Dec 2018 74,928 miles

tyres deteriorating

Fail 1 Dec 2018 74,928 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

tyres deteriorating

Pass 30 Nov 2017 73,269 miles

both front tyres have edge wear and perished

Fail 30 Nov 2017 73,269 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

both front tyres have edge wear and perished

Pass 28 Nov 2016 70,567 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2016 67,394 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe across upper sub-frame (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 14 Mar 2016 67,394 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill area (5.2.6)

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded pipe across upper sub-frame (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 62,488 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 62,488 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Offside number plate light loose

Pass 20 Oct 2014 61,833 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 60,813 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 59,567 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2011 58,852 miles

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

Pass 26 Oct 2010 58,266 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 58,226 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 56,190 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 51,764 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2006 45,146 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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EN02 YKB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 EN02 YKB, 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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EN02 YKB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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