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FN52 FCJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Jan 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

79,688 mi
Last recorded79,688 miles
Recorded on16 Jan 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFN52 FCJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Fail 16 Jan 2017 79,688 miles

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

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

Pass 15 Jan 2016 69,431 miles
Fail 15 Jan 2016 69,431 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Emissions not tested No engine oil on dipstick (7.3.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Jan 2015 60,604 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2014 56,491 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2012 54,451 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2011 50,365 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2010 41,278 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 32,798 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2009 32,274 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 29,510 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 24,305 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2006 19,422 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 FCJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue 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 FCJ, 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 FCJ registered?

FN52 FCJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 September 2002.

Is FN52 FCJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FN52 FCJ 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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