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FE52 XNK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2022
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

77,567 mi
Last recorded77,567 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE52 XNK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 77,567 miles

slight corrosion to both front chassis rails

Pass 10 Dec 2020 76,018 miles

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

slight corrosion to n/s/f and o/s/f chassis rails

Fail 18 Sep 2020 75,996 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 71,710 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

slight corrosion to both rear outer sills

slight corrosion to n/s/f chassis/sub frame mounting area

Pass 24 Apr 2018 67,777 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2018 67,766 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

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

Pass 6 Jan 2017 61,702 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 57,586 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear exhaust joint corroded

Pass 20 Oct 2014 56,625 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

offside front brake disc pitted

Pass 17 Oct 2013 55,473 miles

offside front tyre wearing inner edge slightly

Pass 16 Oct 2012 52,329 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2011 46,971 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2011 46,966 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 41,264 miles

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

front brake pads well

Pass 9 Sep 2009 37,604 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2008 27,676 miles

front pads wearing low

Fail 13 Sep 2008 27,628 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

front pads wearing low

Pass 11 Sep 2007 20,095 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 13 Sep 2006 13,684 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 XNK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 XNK, 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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FE52 XNK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 2002.

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