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FD02 CNV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

86,334 mi
Last recorded86,334 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFD02 CNV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 86,334 miles

Brake pipes covered in under seal not allowing full inspection (ALL)

Pass 7 Mar 2025 85,991 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 1 Mar 2024 85,570 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Fail 1 Mar 2024 85,570 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Pass 21 Mar 2023 84,963 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2023 84,963 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Mar 2022 83,772 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 79,850 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2020 77,920 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2019 76,849 miles

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

Pass 23 Mar 2018 76,537 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 76,175 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 75,823 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2015 73,286 miles

underside of vehicle coated in underbody sealant

Pass 29 Oct 2013 72,680 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2013 72,680 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 15 Nov 2012 70,628 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2011 68,660 miles

Both front brake discs corroded

Fail 25 Nov 2011 68,660 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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)

Both front brake discs corroded

Fail 25 Nov 2010 67,573 miles

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

Pass 25 Nov 2010 67,573 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2009 63,591 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 58,841 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 54,457 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 40,254 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 23,429 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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FD02 CNV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 FD02 CNV, 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 FD02 CNV registered?

FD02 CNV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 May 2002.

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