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FM51 UXE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Jul 2024
Tests27 (17 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate63%

Mileage

87,976 mi
Last recorded87,976 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM51 UXE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 10 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2023 87,976 miles

FRONT AND REAR CHASSIS HAS BEEN HEAVILY UNDERCOATED WITH WAX OIL

Pass 22 Oct 2021 87,939 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 19 Oct 2021 87,935 miles

Exhaust emissions - engine idle speed too high (8.2.1.2 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced within 30cm of suspension mount (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 17 Nov 2020 87,571 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))

all underbody covered in underseal

Fail 1 Oct 2020

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

all underbody covered in underseal

Pass 30 Mar 2019 87,120 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 87,112 miles

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

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Vehicle structure is fractured but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Oct 2017 83,509 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2017 83,509 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid BOTH FRONT (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 82,615 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 21 Mar 2016 87,608 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 30 Mar 2015 78,005 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 71,862 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2014 71,853 miles

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Mar 2013 66,731 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2013 66,730 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Mar 2012 63,361 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 55,167 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 44,292 miles

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

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

Fail 10 Mar 2010 44,292 miles

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Fail 9 Mar 2009 32,985 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Mar 2009 32,985 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2008 25,660 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2007 21,804 miles
Fail 10 Mar 2006 14,999 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.6.D2)

brake pipes slihgtly rusty

Pass 10 Mar 2006 14,999 miles

brake pipes slihgtly rusty

Pass 9 Mar 2006 14,933 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 UXE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXE, 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

How do I check the history of FM51 UXE?

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What year was FM51 UXE registered?

FM51 UXE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 January 2002.

Is FM51 UXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM51 UXE shows 27 tests with a 63% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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