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FE02 OJX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2018
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

109,045 mi
Last recorded109,045 miles
Recorded on9 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE02 OJX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Dec 2017 109,045 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2017 109,045 miles

Brake pedal creeps down when held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake performance not tested fluid leaking (3.7.A.1)

Emissions not tested exhaust broken (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively damaged so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking brake caliper (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Sep 2016 99,420 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2015 91,978 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 11 Aug 2015 91,978 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Jun 2014 80,819 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Fail 2 Jun 2014 80,819 miles

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

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

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

Nearside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 67,611 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 59,325 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 57,682 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2010 53,075 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 53,049 miles

osf tyre cracking in its treads

nsf tyre cracking in its treads

Pass 28 Jul 2009 91,740 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2008 50,424 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 43,201 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 31,643 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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FE02 OJX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 FE02 OJX, 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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FE02 OJX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 March 2002.

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