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FV52 KNS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,418 mi
Last recorded99,418 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV52 KNS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 99,418 miles

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

all suspension arms are corroded

under side of vehicle is heavily under sealed

Fail 12 Feb 2026 99,417 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

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

all suspension components are corroded

under side of vehicle is heavily under sealed

Pass 12 Apr 2016 96,401 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 96,401 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Dec 2014 95,585 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 87,191 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 76,221 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2011 67,672 miles
Fail 15 Dec 2011 67,672 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2010 61,393 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 57,526 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2008 51,547 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2007 41,050 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2007 41,050 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 30,807 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2005 20,735 miles

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

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

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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FV52 KNS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FV52 KNS, 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 FV52 KNS registered?

FV52 KNS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 December 2002.

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