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FM02 DTY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Feb 2025
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

120,149 mi
Last recorded120,149 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 DTY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 12 Feb 2024 120,149 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2023 105,666 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 86,524 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2021 85,669 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2020 84,837 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 82,881 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 81,180 miles

Nearside Rear 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 14 Jan 2017 79,378 miles

Nearside Rear 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 6 Jan 2016 75,331 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 74,109 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2014 70,787 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2013 66,935 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 63,645 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2011 57,607 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 54,212 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2009 49,395 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2008 45,650 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2006 40,101 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 DTY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 DTY, 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 FM02 DTY registered?

FM02 DTY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is FM02 DTY safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 DTY shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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