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FL52 PZZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2016
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

45,379 mi
Last recorded45,379 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 PZZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2015 45,379 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

eml light on indicating a fault

Fail 12 Nov 2014 45,222 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,222 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 25 Oct 2013 43,024 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 39,290 miles
Fail 13 Nov 2012 39,285 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 2 Nov 2011 35,025 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 30,871 miles
Fail 20 Nov 2010 30,871 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

object in swept area of front windscreen (removed)

Fail 14 Nov 2009 26,190 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

front & rear brake pads appear low

Pass 14 Nov 2009 26,190 miles

front & rear brake pads appear low

Pass 7 Nov 2008 22,006 miles

Both front brake discs starting to corrode on inner faces

Nearside front tyre worn below 1.6mm on outer edge

Pass 10 Nov 2007 19,345 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2007 19,345 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

both front brake discs corroded on inner edges brake pads appear low

Pass 15 Nov 2006 15,364 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2006 15,364 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

front inner brake pads appear low

Pass 18 Nov 2005 11,590 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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FL52 PZZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FL52 PZZ, 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 FL52 PZZ registered?

FL52 PZZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2002.

Is FL52 PZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 PZZ shows 17 tests with a 64.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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