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EX52 CKP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Sep 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

16,071 mi
Last recorded16,071 miles
Recorded on27 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 CKP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Aug 2025 16,071 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2024 15,994 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2023 15,795 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2022 15,688 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2021 15,649 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 15,535 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2019 15,493 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2018 15,445 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2017 15,387 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 15,143 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2015 14,841 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2014 14,662 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 25 Oct 2013 14,395 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 13,829 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2012 13,829 miles

Nearside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 26 Oct 2011 13,095 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2010 12,288 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2009 11,600 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2008 10,352 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 9,368 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2006 8,355 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2005 7,267 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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EX52 CKP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 EX52 CKP, 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 EX52 CKP?

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What year was EX52 CKP registered?

EX52 CKP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is EX52 CKP safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 CKP shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does EX52 CKP have outstanding finance?

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