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FG02 YJZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jan 2024
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

86,837 mi
Last recorded86,837 miles
Recorded on23 Dec 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG02 YJZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Dec 2022 86,837 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 83,058 miles

Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front chassis legs rusting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sills rusty (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Jan 2021 78,303 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 72,240 miles

under side rusty

Fail 14 Nov 2019 72,213 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill area (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive anti roll bar (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

all front and rear suspension components surface corrosion

Fail 30 Aug 2019 72,205 miles

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

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

Central exhaust skin cover corroded

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

boot not fully secure

Pass 26 Jul 2018 70,217 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2018 70,217 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 7 Jul 2017 67,496 miles

all suspension arms showing corrosion

both outer sills showing corrosion[at rear]

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rears (3.5.1i)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 64,784 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

Fail 27 Jul 2016 64,784 miles

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

o/s/f tyre wearing on both edges

Fail 15 Jun 2015 62,424 miles

Cut in passenger front tyre sidewall

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

Rear main brake pipes have been greased

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 62,424 miles

Cut in passenger front tyre sidewall

Rear main brake pipes have been greased

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 6 Oct 2014 58,709 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2013 55,021 miles

advise all steering and suspension components corroded

advise exhaust joints rusty

advise front brake pads getting low

advise front brakes noisey in operation

advise o/s wing and sill damaged

advise o/s/r brake noisey in operation

advise rear brake discs corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2012 52,032 miles

rear tyre treads getting low

slight signs of corrosion to nearside sill

steering and suspension componants corroded

Pass 26 Oct 2011 49,955 miles

advise both front wiper blades split on ends but clearing screen ok

advise rear exhaust joint rusty

Pass 21 Oct 2010 47,169 miles

signs of corrosion to nearside and offside rear of sills

Pass 30 Oct 2009 45,157 miles

offside front tyre side wall perishing

Pass 28 Oct 2008 37,841 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2007 34,062 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 31,159 miles
Fail 24 May 2006 31,159 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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FG02 YJZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FG02 YJZ, 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 FG02 YJZ registered?

FG02 YJZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 April 2002.

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