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FB02 DJF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Dec 2017
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

71,698 mi
Last recorded71,698 miles
Recorded on7 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB02 DJF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Dec 2016 71,698 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 66,975 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2014 62,111 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Aug 2013 61,213 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 21 Aug 2012 51,864 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2011 42,209 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 42,209 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 9 Jun 2010 30,485 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 27,892 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2008 25,534 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2007 22,422 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2006 19,000 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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FB02 DJF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 FB02 DJF, 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 FB02 DJF registered?

FB02 DJF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 July 2002.

Is FB02 DJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB02 DJF shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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