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FM51 UPF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Apr 2025
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

55,413 mi
Last recorded55,413 miles
Recorded on3 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Apr 2024 55,413 miles

underbody corroded

Pass 9 Sep 2016 55,392 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2015 51,156 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 15 Sep 2014 47,275 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 43,243 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 36,132 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 25,868 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Sep 2010 25,520 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

discs slight corrosion

Pass 5 Sep 2009 24,440 miles

all tyres s aged

disc all round

Pass 27 Aug 2008 22,010 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2007 20,313 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 18,942 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2006 18,912 miles

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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 UPF 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 92.3%.

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 UPF, 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 UPF registered?

FM51 UPF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 February 2002.

Is FM51 UPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 UPF shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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