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GL02 MYM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

44,492 mi
Last recorded44,492 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL02 MYM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 12 May 2026 44,492 miles
Pass 16 May 2025 40,529 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 40,375 miles

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

Pass 2 Sep 2022 35,878 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2021 34,972 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 32,512 miles

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

Pass 16 Aug 2019 31,288 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2018 29,826 miles

Underside suspension components corroded

Pass 18 Aug 2017 28,331 miles

Both outer sills corroded

Pass 6 Aug 2016 26,739 miles

Nearside rear brake binding slightly

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

Pass 15 Aug 2015 25,043 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2014 23,862 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2013 22,750 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2012 22,061 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2011 21,310 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2010 20,552 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2009 19,810 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 19,018 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 17,734 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2006 16,585 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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GL02 MYM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GL02 MYM, 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 GL02 MYM registered?

GL02 MYM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 July 2002.

Is GL02 MYM safe to buy?

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