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FH02 FBX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Feb 2019
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,537 mi
Last recorded78,537 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 FBX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 16 Feb 2018 78,537 miles
Pass 24 May 2017 76,691 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2016 73,444 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2015 70,759 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2014 67,793 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Apr 2013 65,186 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 61,655 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 58,233 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 20 May 2010 53,536 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 49,137 miles
Pass 15 May 2008 42,795 miles
Pass 21 May 2007 37,021 miles
Pass 16 May 2006 32,571 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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FH02 FBX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FH02 FBX, 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 FH02 FBX registered?

FH02 FBX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 June 2002.

Is FH02 FBX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH02 FBX shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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