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FE52 SDX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2024
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

103,231 mi
Last recorded103,231 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 SDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2023 103,231 miles
Pass 18 May 2022 102,367 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 100,604 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2019 98,085 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2018 94,616 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 93,417 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Jul 2016 91,697 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 91,697 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

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

Pass 30 Jul 2015 79,444 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2015 79,444 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 24 Jul 2014 74,068 miles

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

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

Pass 2 Aug 2013 67,250 miles

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 2 Aug 2012 58,141 miles

nearside rear tyre perrishing

offside front tyre perrishing

offside rear tyre perrishing

Pass 3 Aug 2011 49,601 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2011 49,601 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 11 Nov 2009 47,534 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2008 40,634 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2007 32,583 miles

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

Pass 30 Oct 2006 23,526 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2005 15,111 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 31 Oct 2005 15,111 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 SDX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 SDX, 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 SDX registered?

FE52 SDX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is FE52 SDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 SDX shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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