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GJI 1706

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Sep 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

42,587 mi
Last recorded42,587 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJI 1706
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 42,587 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 38,543 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2024 38,543 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords Cut in wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Chassis near top arm mount (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both nearside & offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Both nearside & offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Sep 2023 32,487 miles

Front rear pads getting low

Pass 24 Aug 2022 28,706 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2019 28,210 miles

evidence of body filler in rear of nearside & offside outer sills

Pass 20 Jul 2018 27,388 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2017 26,586 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2016 25,832 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 25,058 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2014 22,606 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2013 19,770 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2012 17,079 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2011 14,590 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2010 11,746 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2009 9,306 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2008 6,737 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2007 3,873 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2006 2,583 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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GJI 1706 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 GJI 1706, 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 GJI 1706 registered?

GJI 1706 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 August 2002.

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The MOT history for GJI 1706 shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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