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GF02 JZM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

118,376 mi
Last recorded118,376 miles
Recorded on28 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 JZM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 28 May 2025 118,376 miles
Pass 30 May 2024 112,630 miles
Pass 20 May 2023 105,897 miles
Pass 14 May 2022 99,859 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 95,205 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 92,922 miles
Pass 12 May 2018 86,192 miles
Pass 15 May 2017 79,465 miles
Pass 7 May 2016 72,298 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 66,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Lower Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

offside front tyre inner and outer shoulder getting smooth!!

Pass 30 Apr 2014 52,705 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2013 51,307 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2012 45,116 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2011 36,403 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 29,747 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2010 27,662 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2009 22,788 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 20,933 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2007 15,398 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 13,955 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 JZM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 JZM, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GF02 JZM registered?

GF02 JZM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 April 2002.

Is GF02 JZM safe to buy?

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