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GF02 XDM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

39,311 mi
Last recorded39,311 miles
Recorded on9 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Jun 2026 39,311 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 39,256 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 39,061 miles
Pass 4 May 2023 38,921 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2021 38,760 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 38,423 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 38,114 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2018 37,969 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Sep 2017 37,342 miles

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 36,198 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2015 35,654 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2014 34,692 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2013 33,006 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2013 33,006 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 31,728 miles

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

frount wipers split

small cut tyre wall inneer edge

Pass 21 Sep 2011 29,334 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2010 27,104 miles
Fail 24 Sep 2009 25,180 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 24 Sep 2009 25,180 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2008 22,580 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2007 19,715 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 17,725 miles

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

osf tyre wearing inner edge

tracking

Pass 25 Apr 2006

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

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

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 XDM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 XDM, 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 XDM registered?

GF02 XDM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 May 2002.

Is GF02 XDM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF02 XDM shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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