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EU52 ZWG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

118,626 mi
Last recorded118,626 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEU52 ZWG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 118,626 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2023 112,365 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 107,756 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2021 102,654 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2020 97,706 miles

Lower ball joint gaiters perishing.. not split

Nearside Front track rod end gaiter perishing

Pass 13 Apr 2019 90,113 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 84,358 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2017 77,445 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 77,445 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside Rear tyre cracked & perished

Pass 18 Apr 2016 76,329 miles

front brake discs deteriorating

Fail 20 Apr 2015 72,699 miles

O/S Rear tyre worn & perishing

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

Pass 20 Apr 2015 72,699 miles

O/S Rear tyre worn & perishing

Pass 2 Apr 2014 69,763 miles

Rear brake discs deterioating

Fail 2 Apr 2014 69,763 miles

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear brake discs deterioating

Pass 18 Apr 2013 66,634 miles

Rear brake discs deterioating

Pass 1 May 2012 61,769 miles

Rear tyres wearing low

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 26 Apr 2011 55,219 miles

N/S Rear tyre perishing slightly

Pass 11 Jun 2010 50,731 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2010 50,620 miles

Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Front & Rear Brake discs deterioating

Pass 28 May 2009 45,044 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2008 40,705 miles
Pass 31 May 2007 36,727 miles

brake discs deteriorating

Pass 15 Jun 2006 33,477 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 ZWG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 ZWG, 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 ZWG?

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What year was EU52 ZWG registered?

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

Is EU52 ZWG safe to buy?

The MOT history for EU52 ZWG shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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