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EN51 KMG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2015
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

117,356 mi
Last recorded117,356 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 KMG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2014 117,356 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

both front brake discs worn/corroded inner sides

Fail 12 Aug 2014 117,356 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

both front brake discs worn/corroded inner sides

Fail 17 Aug 2013 108,246 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Aug 2013 108,246 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Fail 15 Aug 2012 99,600 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 99,600 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 8 Aug 2011 87,307 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2010 76,665 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 65,520 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2009 65,520 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2008 53,751 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2007 44,099 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 35,656 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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EN51 KMG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 EN51 KMG, 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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What year was EN51 KMG registered?

EN51 KMG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is EN51 KMG safe to buy?

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