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FM51 UPD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

61,497 mi
Last recorded61,497 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 UPD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2023 61,497 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2022 56,641 miles

exhaust knocking subframe

front os and ns suspension corroded

ns and os sill corroded

rear os and ns corroded

Fail 17 Oct 2022 56,641 miles

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

exhaust knocking subframe

front os and ns suspension corroded

ns and os sill corroded

rear os and ns corroded

Pass 19 Oct 2021 50,438 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 28 Oct 2020 44,871 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexi pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded All suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under body corrosion

Fail 15 Oct 2020 44,852 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Sill holed and corroded (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule All flexi pipes (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Coil spring corroded All suspension springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under body corrosion

Pass 24 Aug 2019 44,552 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 22 Aug 2019 44,547 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 43,845 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

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

Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 43,647 miles

Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules Both (3.6.B.4e)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 42,749 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2015 42,052 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2014 40,723 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 37,472 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2012 36,856 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2011 35,546 miles

offside front brake binding

Pass 6 Oct 2010 34,893 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2009 33,550 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 31,099 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2007 27,354 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 23 Feb 2006 22,270 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 UPD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 UPD, 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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What year was FM51 UPD registered?

FM51 UPD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 February 2002.

Is FM51 UPD safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 UPD shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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