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GF02 HJO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Oct 2022
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

80,044 mi
Last recorded80,044 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 HJO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2021 80,044 miles

Front Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened and rear (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2020 79,158 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2020 79,154 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Headlamp aim too high Both ADJUSTED (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Sep 2019 78,114 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2018 76,935 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 6 Jul 2017 76,199 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2017 76,199 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 30 Jun 2016 75,251 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jul 2015 74,350 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

bad surface rust & corrosion in front & rear suspension areas.

corrosion in rear exhaust system.

n/s & o/s/f under cover insecure.

rear brakes discs badly corroded & rusty req's attention.

rear brakes slightly out of balance.

travel in hand brake lever.

Pass 8 Jul 2014 73,132 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 73,129 miles

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

all suspension component rusting

exhaust rusty

Pass 12 Feb 2014 72,358 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2012 69,735 miles

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

Pass 17 Jan 2012 64,111 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 62,984 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2011 62,984 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 25 Mar 2009 58,719 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 55,761 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 31 Mar 2007 42,966 miles

Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Apr 2006 32,545 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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GF02 HJO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 GF02 HJO, 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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GF02 HJO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 April 2002.

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