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FM02 DVH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Dec 2023
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

138,518 mi
Last recorded138,518 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2022 138,518 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner and outer arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 22 Nov 2022 138,518 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis rail (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear inner and outer arches (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive general underbody and sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2021 134,837 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 130,008 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 116,122 miles
Pass 22 May 2018 108,893 miles

Engine Management light on

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

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively Both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded Both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Slightly Oil leak

Under the vehicle general corrosion

Pass 2 May 2017 100,325 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 98,931 miles
Fail 5 May 2015 96,552 miles

Front windscreen has stonechip damage in the swept area.

Nearside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Lower Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Rear antiroll bar corroded.

Underside corroding in general.

Pass 5 May 2015 96,552 miles

Front windscreen has stonechip damage in the swept area.

Rear antiroll bar corroded.

Underside corroding in general.

Pass 2 Jun 2014 92,926 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 92,926 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Aug 2013 88,920 miles

brake discs in poor cobdition.

offside rear brake caliper damp (recomend rear brake check)

rear outer sills, front & rear subframes & suspension arms shoe signs of corrosion.

rear road springs corroded

Pass 7 Aug 2012 83,024 miles

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

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

Pass 16 Aug 2011 63,915 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Aug 2010 41,064 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 36,894 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 33,268 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2007 29,386 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2006 25,917 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 DVH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 DVH, 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 DVH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 July 2002.

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