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FE52 XNH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2022
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

79,238 mi
Last recorded79,238 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 XNH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2021 79,238 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2020 66,907 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2019 58,407 miles

Nearside Rear Outer outer sill corroded

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

Pass 25 Sep 2018 56,640 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

offside and nearside outer body sills corroded

Pass 2 Oct 2017 55,459 miles

Corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 8 Sep 2016 53,211 miles

offside outer sill corroded

Pass 6 Oct 2015 52,039 miles

nearside front and nearside rear tyres worn on edges

Pass 18 Aug 2014 47,184 miles

slight rust to both outer sills

Pass 22 Aug 2013 38,249 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 34,407 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 31,386 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 28,234 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2009 25,192 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 21,219 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2008 21,219 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 5 Sep 2007 17,686 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2006 14,621 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 XNH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 XNH, 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 XNH registered?

FE52 XNH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 September 2002.

Is FE52 XNH safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 XNH shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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