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FY52 ZFM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2021
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

88,500 mi
Last recorded88,500 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFY52 ZFM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2020 88,500 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Rear Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Both sides (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2019 74,588 miles

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

n/s/r tyre on 2mm

Fail 24 Sep 2019 74,588 miles

Nearside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

front chassis legs corroded

n/s/f tyre on 2mm

n/s/r tyre on 2mm

Pass 25 Sep 2018 70,021 miles

front chassis leg areas corroded

Fail 24 Sep 2018 70,014 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure 195/50hr15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

front chassis leg areas corroded

Pass 31 Oct 2017 67,579 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2016 64,382 miles

vehicle would benefit underbody waxoil

Pass 17 Sep 2015 59,720 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2015 59,689 miles

Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 10 Jul 2014 58,299 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2013 56,977 miles

rear sills getting weak

Pass 5 Jul 2012 55,680 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2012 55,689 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 8 Jun 2011 54,241 miles

Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Jun 2011 54,241 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 49,341 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

near side rear brake pad shim insercure

Pass 7 Jul 2009 46,460 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2008 44,800 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2007 42,253 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2006 35,442 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2005 19,021 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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FY52 ZFM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FY52 ZFM, 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 FY52 ZFM registered?

FY52 ZFM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.

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The MOT history for FY52 ZFM shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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