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FG52 GXT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2019
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

59,169 mi
Last recorded59,169 miles
Recorded on19 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG52 GXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 19 Nov 2018 59,169 miles

All brake discs corroded although not excessively

all suspension arms corroded although not yet excessive

Pass 25 Apr 2017 48,223 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 35,903 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 22,386 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2013 21,465 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2012 19,953 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2011 19,602 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2010 18,674 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 17,966 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2008 17,106 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2007 16,261 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2006 14,413 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Pass 9 Jan 2006 14,413 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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FG52 GXT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FG52 GXT, 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 FG52 GXT registered?

FG52 GXT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is FG52 GXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG52 GXT shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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