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G862 WKK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2023
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

100,530 mi
Last recorded100,530 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationG862 WKK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2022 100,530 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Oct 2021 95,648 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 18 Oct 2021 95,628 miles

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 28 Oct 2020 92,613 miles

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

Pass 6 Apr 2019 84,842 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2018 80,691 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2017 69,483 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

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

corrosion to offside inner wheel arch area

Fail 24 Mar 2017 69,458 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Inner wheel arch corroded

all brake discs corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2016 68,554 miles

Front discs pitted

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on side wall

Rear discs pitted

Fail 13 Apr 2016 68,554 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades (8.2.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front discs pitted

Nearside Rear tyre cracking on side wall

Offside Front tyre cracking on side wall

Rear discs pitted

Fail 17 Mar 2016 68,517 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn edges tread not cut as deep (4.1.E.1)

both front brakes binding slightly

corrosion to both rear inner wheel arches

corrosion to offside rear outer sill

Pass 25 Mar 2015 67,061 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 65,338 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

nearside and offside rear inner sills/inner wheel arches slightly corroded

nearside front brake slightly binding

nearside rear tyre worn on inner edge

Pass 19 Oct 2012 64,077 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2011 60,986 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

slight damage to o/s outer side wall cut

Pass 10 Sep 2010 57,124 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 51,555 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Fail 19 Jan 2009 51,553 miles

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Aug 2007 48,297 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 47,256 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2005 152,345 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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G862 WKK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc 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 G862 WKK, 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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G862 WKK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 May 2002.

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