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GK02 EPV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Feb 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

82,777 mi
Last recorded82,777 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK02 EPV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2025 82,777 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 81,307 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 79,475 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2022 78,180 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Feb 2021 77,266 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 76,536 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2020 76,536 miles

Offside Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Feb 2019 74,100 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

exhaust deterioration noted

Pass 2 Sep 2017 72,275 miles

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

n/s/r brake caliper damp no leaks found

Pass 3 Sep 2016 69,636 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 66,434 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Fail 7 Aug 2015 66,434 miles

Nearside Front Steering system has a tyre fouling a part of the vehicle rubbing on brake hose (2.2.D.2a)

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2014 62,718 miles

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

Fail 8 Aug 2014 62,702 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 9 Aug 2013 54,937 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Jul 2012 51,535 miles

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

gearbox leaking oil

Fail 24 Jul 2012 51,516 miles

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

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

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

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

gearbox leaking oil

Pass 3 Aug 2011 48,791 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 44,230 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 41,505 miles
Pass 12 May 2008 36,243 miles
Pass 4 May 2007 29,846 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 24,486 miles

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

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

Offside Rear 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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GK02 EPV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 GK02 EPV, 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 GK02 EPV registered?

GK02 EPV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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The MOT history for GK02 EPV shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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