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FP02 DLU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

15,091 mi
Last recorded15,091 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 DLU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 15,091 miles
Pass 29 May 2025 14,484 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2024 14,374 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2023 14,303 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2022 14,025 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 13,507 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Jul 2021 13,507 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2020 12,858 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 12,827 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2018 12,760 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 12,704 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2016 12,414 miles

all 4 tyres starting to perish

Fail 19 Jun 2015 12,197 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

all 4 tyres slightly perised

Pass 19 Jun 2015 12,197 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

all 4 tyres slightly perised

Pass 19 Jun 2014 11,709 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2013 11,139 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2013 11,123 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 19 Jun 2012 10,477 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 9,570 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2010 8,601 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 7,790 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 6,871 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2007 5,819 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2006 4,919 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2005 4,381 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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FP02 DLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 FP02 DLU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FP02 DLU registered?

FP02 DLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 June 2002.

Is FP02 DLU safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP02 DLU shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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