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GK52 OTL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Feb 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

49,122 mi
Last recorded49,122 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK52 OTL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2020 49,122 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2019 48,348 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 47,396 miles
Pass 5 May 2017 45,705 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 44,225 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 44,225 miles

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

Offside Front Service brake indicates brake bind (3.7.D.2a)

Pass 14 May 2015 42,714 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 40,813 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 39,017 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 37,195 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2011 34,108 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2010 30,362 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 29,241 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2008 27,828 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 26,233 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 23,757 miles

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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GK52 OTL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 GK52 OTL, 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 GK52 OTL registered?

GK52 OTL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

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