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FM51 KZP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jan 2022
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

66,233 mi
Last recorded66,233 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 KZP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 28 Jan 2021 66,233 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

chip in screen zone b

under body corroded

Pass 20 May 2019 60,518 miles

Exhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced slight corrosion on inner sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyre perishing on walls (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both front wishbones and assemblies etc (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both rear top and bottom wisbones and suspension assemblies (5.3.3 (b) (i))

bolt loose on n/s rear bracing bracket to rear subframe advise attention at earliest convienience

handbrake imbalance o/s rear

suspension lowered

Pass 12 May 2018 56,067 miles

Body has slight corrosion corrosion on both inner sills and o/s front inner wing (6.1.B.2)

Exhaust noisy (7.1.4)

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened corrosion on both subframes/wishbones and assemblies (2.4.G.1)

scuffing on parts of chassis due to lowered suspension

suspension lowered

Pass 31 Mar 2016 54,187 miles

suspension has been lowered

Pass 15 Jan 2015 46,095 miles

Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 14 Jan 2014 44,647 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 43,629 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2012 42,818 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2011 41,154 miles

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

Pass 26 Jan 2010 40,041 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2009 39,583 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Jan 2008 38,842 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2007 37,005 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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FM51 KZP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 FM51 KZP, 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 FM51 KZP registered?

FM51 KZP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 January 2002.

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