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GF02 JZX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

38,215 mi
Last recorded38,215 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 JZX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2025 38,215 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2024 37,602 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2023 37,023 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 36,691 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 36,003 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 35,728 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2019 31,746 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2018 28,650 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 24,563 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 21,475 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 18,595 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 14,440 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 14,054 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 13,569 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2011 12,638 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 12,131 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 11,558 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 10,736 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 9,303 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2007 9,303 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2006 7,654 miles

All tyres worn on edges. (rain grooves)

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 JZX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 GF02 JZX, 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

How do I check the history of GF02 JZX?

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What year was GF02 JZX registered?

GF02 JZX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is GF02 JZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 JZX shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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