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FP02 VUH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

63,317 mi
Last recorded63,317 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP02 VUH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2025 63,317 miles

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Front and rear bumper slightly loose but seem secure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Corrosion to both sills, o/s/r is effected badly seems intact but bodykit making inspection difficult.

Corrosion to front subframe and components

Front wheel arch liners slightly loose

General corrosion to underside of vehicle and chassis

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 8 Nov 2025 63,311 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached Front and rear bumper slightly loose but seem secure (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Corrosion to both sills, o/s/r is effected badly seems intact but bodykit making inspection difficult.

Corrosion to front subframe and components

Front wheel arch liners slightly loose

General corrosion to underside of vehicle and chassis

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 10 Jun 2025 63,305 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect high beam/dipped beam look to be the wrong way round (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in both sidewalls also perishing (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn smooth on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2022 54,199 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2021 51,214 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2020 49,785 miles

Various suspension components slightly corroded.

Pass 7 Aug 2019 49,295 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2018 47,979 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside & Nearside Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 9 Aug 2018 47,978 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring mounting fractured (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Offside & Nearside Rear (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 15 Aug 2017 44,188 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 43,755 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 43,037 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2014 41,849 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 40,377 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 34,832 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2009 34,791 miles

Front registration plate delaminated (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Mar 2008 28,198 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2007 22,374 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2006 16,035 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 VUH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 VUH, 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 FP02 VUH registered?

FP02 VUH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 April 2002.

Is FP02 VUH safe to buy?

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