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FM02 DVG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

68,759 mi
Last recorded68,759 miles
Recorded on3 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM02 DVG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 May 2024 68,759 miles

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2023 63,238 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2022 57,217 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2022 57,021 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2021 56,440 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2020 55,336 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 54,404 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 54,404 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 14 Oct 2017 53,235 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2017 53,235 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 52,655 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2015 50,945 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 48,690 miles
Fail 14 Sep 2013 47,545 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 47,545 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 46,047 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2011 45,266 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 44,409 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2009 41,497 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2008 34,804 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2007 32,977 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 28,930 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 DVG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 DVG, 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 DVG registered?

FM02 DVG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 July 2002.

Is FM02 DVG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM02 DVG shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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