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FA02 YZS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,950 mi
Last recorded88,950 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA02 YZS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Fail 13 Jul 2026 88,950 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced above anti roll bar bracket (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension and steering arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened and suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Jun 2025 86,884 miles

All steering /suspension components corroded

Both sills corroded

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Fail 12 Jun 2025 86,823 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

All steering /suspension components corroded

Both sills corroded

Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil Both sides (5.3.2 (b))

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

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

Pass 20 Mar 2024 83,491 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing to bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to front and rear suspension wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 Mar 2024 83,465 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Nearside Front Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion to brake disc (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush perishing to bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion to front and rear suspension wishbones (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2023 79,680 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front lower wishbone corroded

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

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear lower wishbone corroded

Pass 21 Feb 2022 78,764 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Front corrosion suspension components

Rear corrosion rear suspension components

Pass 22 Feb 2021 76,070 miles

Front suspension arms corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear outer sill corroded near seat belt mounting

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

Rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2020 74,902 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Surface corrosion on front and rear components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Feb 2019 73,509 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2018 71,302 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2017 68,895 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2016 66,136 miles

corrosion on o/s/r outer sill

rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 5 Mar 2015 63,800 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 61,228 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 4 Mar 2013 57,052 miles

N/S front tyre cracking

Pass 12 Mar 2012 52,880 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 48,783 miles

E.M.L on

handbrake adjustment

underbody surface rust

Fail 18 Mar 2011 48,783 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

E.M.L on

handbrake adjustment

underbody surface rust

Pass 18 Feb 2010 48,771 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 48,570 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2009 48,570 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 11 Feb 2008 47,982 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 45,445 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 37,967 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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FA02 YZS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FA02 YZS, 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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FA02 YZS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 August 2002.

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