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GF02 RXZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Jan 2022
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

79,180 mi
Last recorded79,180 miles
Recorded on25 Jan 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF02 RXZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Jan 2021 79,180 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Fail 25 Jan 2021 79,180 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 7 May 2020 74,802 miles
Pass 18 May 2019 70,600 miles
Pass 19 May 2018 70,357 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 70,096 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all steel (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 69,004 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded going to flexi (3.6.B.2c)

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Jul 2015 65,507 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Valve stem slightly damaged (4.1.D.1e)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 11 Jun 2014 62,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 11 Jun 2014 62,535 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Jul 2013 59,119 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 54,595 miles

All tyres are getting low on tread

Front brake discs are corroded on inner surface

Rear brake discs are starting to corrode

Pass 26 Sep 2011 43,476 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 38,857 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 36,442 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 33,264 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2008 27,331 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2007 20,517 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2006 12,746 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 RXZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 RXZ, 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 GF02 RXZ registered?

GF02 RXZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is GF02 RXZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 RXZ shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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