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FE52 XNJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

35,936 mi
Last recorded35,936 miles
Recorded on27 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 XNJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Jul 2026 35,936 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened [both sides] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened [both sides] (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 23 Aug 2025 34,760 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

under side corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2024 33,931 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 20 Aug 2024 33,896 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Jul 2023 30,969 miles

General corrosion to all suspension componants

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2022 30,387 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2021 29,904 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2021 29,895 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 25 Aug 2020 29,569 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2020 29,560 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Jul 2019 28,256 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2019 28,246 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Aug 2018 26,169 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2018 23,253 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 23,070 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2016 23,064 miles
Pass 7 May 2015 22,823 miles
Fail 7 May 2015 22,823 miles

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 25 Mar 2014 20,259 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2012 18,809 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 18,568 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2010 16,853 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 16,302 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 16,029 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,746 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,857 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 XNJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 FE52 XNJ, 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 FE52 XNJ registered?

FE52 XNJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is FE52 XNJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE52 XNJ shows 26 tests with a 80.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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