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GL52 JXS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

37,067 mi
Last recorded37,067 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL52 JXS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2026 37,067 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2025 35,978 miles
Fail 29 May 2025 35,973 miles

Nearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill + wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill + wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill + wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Lower sill + wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 35,970 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill +wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill +wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill +wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower sill +wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 35,959 miles
Fail 23 Jan 2023 35,959 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))

Pass 19 Jan 2022 35,917 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2021 35,892 miles

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

Fail 13 Jan 2021 35,890 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Nov 2019 35,486 miles

corrosion to both outer sills at rear of car

Pass 13 Jun 2018 34,834 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2018 34,834 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both wiper blades worn to excess (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Apr 2017 33,577 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 33,239 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Apr 2015 32,910 miles

front tyres starting to perish on side walls

Pass 16 Apr 2014 31,608 miles

front pads getting low

rear pads getting low

Pass 8 May 2013 29,868 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2012 29,123 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 27,444 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2010 23,837 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2009 20,585 miles

nearside front and rear wheel center caps missing

Pass 11 Apr 2008 18,080 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2007 14,901 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2005 12,405 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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GL52 JXS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GL52 JXS, 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 GL52 JXS registered?

GL52 JXS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 December 2002.

Is GL52 JXS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL52 JXS shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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