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FN52 DHV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

46,082 mi
Last recorded46,082 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 DHV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 46,082 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2025 41,922 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2024 41,534 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 41,055 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 40,548 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2021 40,395 miles

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 40,035 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 39,451 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 38,567 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 37,084 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 35,377 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 32,819 miles
Fail 1 Oct 2013 29,941 miles

Corrosion to various suspension and steering components

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Slight corrosion to front discs

Subframe covered with a small amount oil. No leaks found

Pass 1 Oct 2013 29,941 miles

Corrosion to various suspension and steering components

Slight corrosion to front discs

Subframe covered with a small amount oil. No leaks found

Pass 28 Sep 2012 27,579 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2011 24,560 miles

all 4 tyres starting to perish

Pass 22 Sep 2010 22,532 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 19,793 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2008 17,427 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 15,124 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 13,532 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 10,667 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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FN52 DHV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 FN52 DHV, 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 FN52 DHV registered?

FN52 DHV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is FN52 DHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 DHV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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