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FE02 OOU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

69,485 mi
Last recorded69,485 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE02 OOU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 69,485 miles

Poor repair to both lower rear wheel arches

Pass 7 Jun 2019 69,143 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2018 68,611 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 67,763 miles
Pass 6 May 2016 66,563 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2015 65,331 miles

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

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

all 4 tyres perished

Pass 1 May 2014 64,592 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 63,715 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 63,084 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2011 61,985 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 59,702 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 52,277 miles

offside rear tyre has cut in sidewall

Pass 18 Apr 2008 45,610 miles

deep cut to nearside rear tyre on inner shoulder (no cords visible)

exhaust middle and rear sections corroding were they join together

nearside rear brake disc has slight corrosion to outer face

slight side wall damage to offside front tyre

Pass 20 Apr 2007 36,223 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2007 36,223 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

both front tyres uneven tread wear

strongly advise both rear tyres close to limits

Pass 22 Apr 2006 29,569 miles

both front tyres wearing on edges

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 OOU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 FE02 OOU, 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 FE02 OOU registered?

FE02 OOU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2002.

Is FE02 OOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE02 OOU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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