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FL52 YTT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

46,135 mi
Last recorded46,135 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL52 YTT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2026 46,135 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2026 46,132 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

eml illuminated

Pass 28 Jun 2024 45,792 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 45,682 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2021 45,580 miles

engine management light on but before 2003

Pass 7 May 2019 45,359 miles

Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect Both (5.3.2 (b))

engine mil light on pre july 2003

Pass 3 May 2018 44,702 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2017 43,628 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2016 43,570 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 42,605 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2015 40,990 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 39,545 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2013 38,217 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 28 Feb 2012 36,405 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2011 33,860 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 31,744 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2009 29,445 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2007 28,776 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2006 27,650 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 YTT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 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 FL52 YTT, 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 FL52 YTT registered?

FL52 YTT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is FL52 YTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL52 YTT shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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