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G31 EMO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Mar 2024
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

135,208 mi
Last recorded135,208 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG31 EMO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2023 135,208 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 131,180 miles

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

Fail 20 Jun 2012 131,177 miles

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

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (7.3.B.1a)

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

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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

Pass 2 Jan 2008 126,541 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2007 113,525 miles
Fail 2 Jan 2007 113,525 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

slight fluctuation front brakes

Pass 11 Feb 2006 109,468 miles

Offside Front Upper Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

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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G31 EMO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 G31 EMO, 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 G31 EMO registered?

G31 EMO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is G31 EMO safe to buy?

The MOT history for G31 EMO shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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