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GF52 EKE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Nov 2019
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

89,725 mi
Last recorded89,725 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 EKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2018 89,725 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2017 89,636 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 88,809 miles

light corrosion to chassis

Fail 10 Jun 2016 88,799 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 11 Jun 2015 87,524 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2015 87,522 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level decreases after several pedal applications (3.3.C.1)

Brake pedal creeps down while the pedal is held under pressure (3.3.B.1a)

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Brake pipe leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

unable to test brake system under pressure

Pass 5 Jun 2014 86,455 miles

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

Fail 5 Jun 2014 86,455 miles

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

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

Pass 31 May 2013 85,070 miles
Fail 30 May 2013 85,064 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 6 Jun 2012 83,970 miles

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

slight corrosion to chassis and floor

Pass 13 Jun 2011 82,178 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2009 77,827 miles

slight corrosion to front and rear subframes

slight corrosion to front chassis and rear chassis within suspension prescribed areas. not excessive

Pass 13 Oct 2008 68,706 miles

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

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2007 56,823 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2006 44,938 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2005 32,371 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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GF52 EKE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 GF52 EKE, 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 GF52 EKE?

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What year was GF52 EKE registered?

GF52 EKE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is GF52 EKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF52 EKE shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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