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GD51 NWL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

47,507 mi
Last recorded47,507 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGD51 NWL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 47,507 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2026 47,507 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 45,455 miles

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower and upper on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Lower and Upper on both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Feb 2024 43,236 miles

Front upper and lower arms corroding on both sides

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2023 42,903 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened hub (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2022 41,945 miles

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

suspension components slight corrosion

vehicle structure slight corrosion

Pass 10 Jan 2020 41,921 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2019 40,055 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

suspension components slight corrosion

vehicle structure slight corrosion

Pass 5 Jan 2018 37,788 miles

all four tyres slightly perishing.

Pass 4 Jan 2017 37,093 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2017 37,093 miles

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 8 Jan 2016 34,163 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2015 32,723 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2014 31,623 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2013 29,916 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2012 28,633 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2011 25,750 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 22,534 miles

Front discs corroding inner surfaces

Inner Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Jan 2009 19,696 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2008 17,240 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2007 14,345 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2006 10,126 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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GD51 NWL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 GD51 NWL, 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 GD51 NWL registered?

GD51 NWL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 February 2002.

Is GD51 NWL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GD51 NWL shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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