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GN02 AWR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Sep 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

38,898 mi
Last recorded38,898 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 AWR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 23 Sep 2025 38,898 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 38,766 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2023 38,538 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2022 38,301 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2021 37,830 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2020 37,334 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2019 36,884 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 36,667 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2017 36,546 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 36,475 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2015 36,331 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2014 36,277 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 36,119 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2012 35,727 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2012 34,496 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2011 34,173 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 32,790 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 32,201 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Mar 2008 31,618 miles

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

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)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 30,857 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Jul 2006 28,269 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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GN02 AWR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 GN02 AWR, 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 GN02 AWR registered?

GN02 AWR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 June 2002.

Is GN02 AWR safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 AWR shows 21 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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