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FH52 ABX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

52,604 mi
Last recorded52,604 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH52 ABX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 52,604 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2024 50,664 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2023 48,783 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2022 47,430 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2021 46,254 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2019 43,088 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 41,264 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2017 39,662 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 34,499 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2011 34,107 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2010 33,092 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 32,198 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2008 30,299 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2007 23,420 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2007 23,420 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

handbrake travel high

Pass 25 Nov 2006 12,054 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

handbrake travel high

Pass 29 Nov 2005 8,418 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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FH52 ABX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 FH52 ABX, 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 FH52 ABX registered?

FH52 ABX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is FH52 ABX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH52 ABX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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