MOT Status
ExpiredMileage
88,500 miAbove average mileage for this year
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50+ data pointsMOT History
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))
n/s/f tyre on 2mm
n/s/r tyre on 2mm
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
front chassis leg areas corroded
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
vehicle would benefit underbody waxoil
Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
rear sills getting weak
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)
Brake pad(s) has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
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
How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?
Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.
Top MOT Failure Points
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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.
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What year was FY52 ZFM registered?
FY52 ZFM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.
Is FY52 ZFM safe to buy?
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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