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EX52 GCF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jun 2023
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

82,317 mi
Last recorded82,317 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX52 GCF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2022 82,317 miles

Nearside Rear Worn close to legal limit

Oil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2022 82,292 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Marked in Yellow (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Worn close to legal limit

Oil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 12 May 2022 82,267 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive underneath (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both Sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Apr 2022 82,223 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired Chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2020 74,330 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear wheel arch corroded

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 24 Apr 2019 67,918 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2018 63,609 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2017 61,592 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2016 60,736 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2015 58,571 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 10 Apr 2014 57,123 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2013 52,198 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2011 41,129 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2010 35,049 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2009 31,023 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2008 26,294 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2007 21,540 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 14,443 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 GCF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GCF, 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.

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What year was EX52 GCF registered?

EX52 GCF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 September 2002.

Is EX52 GCF safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX52 GCF shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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