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FN52 FCD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

50,932 mi
Last recorded50,932 miles
Recorded on7 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 FCD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 7 Apr 2026 50,932 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2025 50,578 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2024 49,798 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2023 47,481 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2021 45,245 miles

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

Pass 13 Oct 2020 41,985 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 36,394 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2018 31,600 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2016 26,685 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2015 20,205 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2014 17,245 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 16,858 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2012 16,826 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2011 16,773 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2010 16,626 miles

all tyres worn on edges

front brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.2b)

Pass 5 Aug 2009 16,554 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly misaligned (4.1.D.1e)

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

all tyres showing wear to edges. would advise new tyres and wheel alaignment.

Pass 3 Sep 2008 10,515 miles

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

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

Pass 30 Aug 2007 8,088 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 6,003 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 FCD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FCD, 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 FCD registered?

FN52 FCD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is FN52 FCD safe to buy?

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