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EN51 XSA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2016
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

81,057 mi
Last recorded81,057 miles
Recorded on13 Aug 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 XSA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 13 Aug 2015 81,057 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

all four tyres cracking on side walls

Pass 16 Jul 2014 77,199 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2013 73,894 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 17 Apr 2012 72,326 miles

Offside rear outer sill has slight corrosion.

Fail 19 Apr 2011 66,097 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Apr 2011 66,097 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 58,260 miles

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

handbrake close to reserve travel

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge + slight cut outer wall

Fail 19 Feb 2010 58,260 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

handbrake close to reserve travel

nearside front tyre worn on outer edge + slight cut outer wall

Fail 9 Feb 2009 48,603 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 9 Feb 2009 48,603 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2008 39,746 miles

new pads fitted

stickers on windscreen

under trays

Pass 14 Dec 2006 32,290 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2006 25,778 miles

front number plate/housing loose

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 XSA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 EN51 XSA, 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 EN51 XSA registered?

EN51 XSA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 January 2002.

Is EN51 XSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN51 XSA shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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