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GF52 UXG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jul 2019
Tests17 (10 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate58.8%

Mileage

97,276 mi
Last recorded97,276 miles
Recorded on11 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF52 UXG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

10 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jul 2018 97,276 miles

Nearside Outer sill corroding

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer sill corroding

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

Fail 11 Jul 2018 97,276 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill corroding

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Outer sill corroding

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

Pass 20 Jan 2017 90,133 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 85,944 miles

Rear both rear outer sills slightly corroded

Fail 17 Nov 2015 85,943 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear both rear outer sills slightly corroded

Pass 26 Nov 2014 84,448 miles

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

Fail 20 Nov 2014 84,448 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Advise slight distortion in tyres

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

Pass 22 Nov 2011 81,284 miles

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Fail 22 Nov 2011 81,284 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

offside front tyre wearing on the inner edge

Pass 19 Nov 2010 75,412 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2010 75,412 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

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

Front Discs Heavily Worn

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

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

Rear Discs Heavily Worn

Pass 11 Dec 2008 59,340 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 11 Dec 2008 59,340 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2007 51,721 miles
Fail 4 Dec 2007 51,721 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 4 Dec 2006 38,191 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2005 24,575 miles

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

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

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 UXG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.8%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UXG, 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 GF52 UXG registered?

GF52 UXG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 November 2002.

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