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EO02 ZNF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

63,262 mi
Last recorded63,262 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEO02 ZNF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 63,262 miles
Fail 26 May 2026 63,243 miles

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

Pass 25 Jun 2022 62,090 miles

off side front outer brake pad wearing low

several braking and suspension components quite badly surface rusting

Fail 24 May 2022 62,054 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective wont open (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

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

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

Power steering pipe/hose leaking dripping continuously when engine running (2.1.5 (a))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength extensive corrosion to off side front chassis rail area around anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords off side front sidewall very badly perished (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side front chassis rail starting to rust around anti roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords near side front sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

numerous suspension and braking components quite badly rusting

Pass 14 May 2019 61,310 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

off side front chassis rail quite badly fracturing on 3 sides

off side rear tyre quite badly perishing

Fail 13 May 2019 61,271 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

off side front chassis rail quite badly fracturing on 3 sides

off side rear tyre quite badly perishing

Pass 3 May 2018 59,524 miles

off side rear tyre outer edge and tread area perishing

outside and bottom of off side front chassis rail rusting / fracturing next to anti roll bar mounting

Fail 3 May 2018 59,524 miles

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

off side rear tyre outer edge and tread area perishing

outside and bottom of off side front chassis rail rusting / fracturing next to anti roll bar mounting

Pass 20 May 2017 58,809 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis rail (2.4.A.3)

Fail 20 Mar 2017 58,732 miles

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

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of near side sill panel area (5.2.6)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded rear of off side sill panel area (5.2.6)

off side front chassis rail area rusting / fracturing

rear brake pads wearing low

Pass 24 Mar 2016 57,696 miles

FRONT& REAR BRAKE PADS CLOSE TO LIMIT

N/S/REAR TYRE SHOWING SIGNS OF CRACKING

Pass 21 Jan 2015 56,661 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2014 53,861 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 50,763 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 19 Jan 2012 48,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 47,394 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2010 47,033 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2009 45,968 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2008 45,475 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2007 42,664 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2006 38,976 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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EO02 ZNF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 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 EO02 ZNF, 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 EO02 ZNF registered?

EO02 ZNF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is EO02 ZNF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EO02 ZNF shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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