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EN51 ZBE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

95,522 mi
Last recorded95,522 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEN51 ZBE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2020 95,522 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2019 90,666 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

hand brake

Pass 14 Apr 2018 83,626 miles

hand brake

sun strip top of windowscreen

Pass 8 Apr 2017 71,520 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2016 63,410 miles

rear tyres low on the edges

Fail 21 Apr 2016 63,410 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Front tyre edge low 185/60r14

Pass 17 Apr 2015 58,232 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 56,302 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 56,302 miles

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

Fail 12 Jun 2013 50,798 miles

Nearside Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

Pass 12 Jun 2013 50,798 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 45,566 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2011 41,353 miles

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

Pass 2 Jun 2010 38,414 miles
Fail 1 Jun 2009 36,402 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 36,402 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2008 34,476 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2007 30,123 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2006 24,911 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2005 20,850 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 ZBE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 ZBE, 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 EN51 ZBE?

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What year was EN51 ZBE registered?

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

Is EN51 ZBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EN51 ZBE shows 20 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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