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FJ02 LZF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2024
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

65,240 mi
Last recorded65,240 miles
Recorded on1 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFJ02 LZF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 May 2023 65,240 miles

Central Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear sill is corroded

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear sill is corroded

Rear axle plus arm is corroded

Fail 29 Apr 2023 65,174 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2022 59,106 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2022 58,878 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive centre sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive lower (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive inner (5.3.6 (a) (i))

rear arches has signs off corrosions boths sides

Pass 6 Jan 2021 58,097 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2020 57,574 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2019 56,699 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2017 56,128 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2016 55,743 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2015 54,387 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 53,118 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2013 51,633 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 19 Jul 2013 51,633 miles

Offside Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 48,952 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 46,612 miles

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

Pass 22 Jul 2010 44,969 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2009 43,527 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2008 41,624 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2007 40,063 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 36,296 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2006 36,261 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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FJ02 LZF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 FJ02 LZF, 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 FJ02 LZF registered?

FJ02 LZF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 March 2002.

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