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FN52 FBO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Sep 2016
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

97,305 mi
Last recorded97,305 miles
Recorded on9 Sep 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 FBO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Sep 2015 97,305 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 90,458 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Sep 2014 90,458 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 May 2014 89,807 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 86,973 miles

all rear brake pads low

both rear brake discs in poor condition

Pass 30 Mar 2012 83,113 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2011 78,480 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 10 Apr 2010 76,119 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2009 71,509 miles
Pass 17 May 2008 66,522 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 62,054 miles

front brake pads wearing low

rear brake discs coroded

Pass 4 Aug 2006 56,329 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2006 56,329 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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 FBO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 FBO, 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 FBO registered?

FN52 FBO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 September 2002.

Is FN52 FBO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 FBO shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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