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EU52 ZWE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Aug 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

25,572 mi
Last recorded25,572 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU52 ZWE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2025 25,572 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 25,381 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 15 Aug 2023 25,260 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2022 25,121 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 25,032 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Aug 2020 24,911 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2019 24,714 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 24,261 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2017 23,884 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2017 23,884 miles

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

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

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2016 23,577 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 23,203 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 22,491 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 21,924 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 21,172 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2011 20,421 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 19,745 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 19,292 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 17,833 miles

under trays fitted

Pass 20 Aug 2007 14,840 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 12,173 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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EU52 ZWE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 EU52 ZWE, 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 EU52 ZWE?

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What year was EU52 ZWE registered?

EU52 ZWE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is EU52 ZWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU52 ZWE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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