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FN52 YFJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jan 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

64,143 mi
Last recorded64,143 miles
Recorded on23 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Jan 2020 64,143 miles

general underside corrosion

Fail 23 Jan 2020 64,143 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))

general underside corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2017 63,691 miles
Fail 6 Apr 2017 63,630 miles

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

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back Box Leaking (7.1.2)

Front Sub Frame Rusty

Rear Sub Frame Rusty

Underneath Of Vehicle Is Rusty

Pass 21 Mar 2016 62,513 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2015 61,323 miles

under body slightly corroded

Pass 22 Jan 2014 57,442 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 53,756 miles
Pass 1 May 2012 51,221 miles

Evidence of corrosion throughout the chassie and suspension.

Fail 1 May 2012 51,221 miles

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

Evidence of corrosion throughout the chassie and suspension.

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 47,545 miles

Nearside Front tyre has a cut, not deep enough to reach the ply or cords

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

Rear brake discs corroded

Pass 13 May 2010 43,577 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

power steering pipes corroded

Pass 21 Apr 2009 40,487 miles

power steering pipes rusty

rear brake discs slightly rusted

small tear n/s/f outer tyre wall

Pass 12 May 2008 37,819 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2007 34,114 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 28,434 miles

condition of offside front tyre outer sidewall

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 YFJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 YFJ, 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 YFJ registered?

FN52 YFJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 November 2002.

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The MOT history for FN52 YFJ shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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