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FM02 DTV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2022
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

165,191 mi
Last recorded165,191 miles
Recorded on11 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 DTV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 May 2021 165,191 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2021 165,184 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced rotted hole underneath bonnet (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced jacking point (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Sep 2019 148,183 miles

Engine wet with oil

Front Bottom ball joint boots perishing

Front Inner brake pads appear low

Front Slight play in both anti roll bar links

General under body corroded

Various suspensions bushes perishing

Fail 24 Aug 2019 148,183 miles

Brake performance not tested Due to leaking brake pipe (1.2.1 (g))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system Front to rear brake pipe (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Engine wet with oil

Front Bottom ball joint boots perishing

Front Inner brake pads appear low

Front Slight play in both anti roll bar links

General under body corroded

Various suspensions bushes perishing

Pass 21 Aug 2018 136,739 miles

under body corroded

Pass 23 Aug 2017 127,743 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

o/s/f wing is corroded.both front and rear subframes are corroded.

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. lower effort on n/s. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 27 Aug 2016 114,680 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on underside of the vehicle

Fail 26 Aug 2016 114,679 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

corrosion on underside of the vehicle

Pass 2 Sep 2015 103,181 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 93,333 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 31 Aug 2013 83,008 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 30 Aug 2012 72,277 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2011 62,472 miles

Offside Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 7 Sep 2010 52,808 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2009 43,087 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2008 34,271 miles

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)

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

Pass 24 Oct 2007 26,354 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 24,329 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 19,625 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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FM02 DTV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FM02 DTV, 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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FM02 DTV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 June 2002.

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