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FE52 JZV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jan 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

57,539 mi
Last recorded57,539 miles
Recorded on3 Jan 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 JZV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Jan 2013 57,539 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2012 55,588 miles

corrosion to suspension components

exhaust very poor condition

front brake discs poor condition

power steering pipes poor condition

Pass 11 Oct 2010 53,044 miles

corrsion suspension units.

corrsion to exhaust.

Pass 25 Aug 2009 44,494 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2008 39,377 miles

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 17 Sep 2008 39,377 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 10 Sep 2007 32,350 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2006 27,805 miles

exhaust system showing corrosion

Pass 23 Aug 2005 22,898 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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FE52 JZV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 FE52 JZV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FE52 JZV registered?

FE52 JZV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is FE52 JZV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 JZV shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FE52 JZV have outstanding finance?

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