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FH02 OEG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Aug 2024
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

79,507 mi
Last recorded79,507 miles
Recorded on12 Aug 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH02 OEG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Aug 2023 79,507 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 77,166 miles

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

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 73,726 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2019 70,578 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2018 66,826 miles

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

exhaust system rusty

Fail 12 Dec 2018 66,826 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner & outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

exhaust system rusty

Pass 8 Dec 2017 63,112 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2016 59,240 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2015 54,318 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2015 54,317 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 5 Mar 2015 49,864 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 45,841 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 42,908 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 22 May 2012 38,373 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 32,660 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 26,376 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 24,320 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 21,655 miles
Pass 24 May 2007 17,833 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 15,899 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 OEG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 OEG, 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 OEG registered?

FH02 OEG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2002.

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