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GN02 LXJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

115,285 mi
Last recorded115,285 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 LXJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 115,285 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2019 92,466 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2018 74,332 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

nearside front tyre wearing on outside edge

offside front tyre worn on inside edge

Pass 9 Jun 2017 59,336 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2016 58,559 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Oct 2015 56,815 miles

both front tyre treads slightly worn on edges

Pass 20 Aug 2014 54,672 miles

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 21 Aug 2013 52,251 miles

offside rear & nearside rear body sills corroded but not holed;

Pass 16 Aug 2012 50,816 miles

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

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

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

Pass 11 Aug 2011 47,986 miles

Nearside 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 12 Aug 2010 44,536 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2009 40,041 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 35,803 miles

offside rear lamp cracked but not showing white light.

Pass 12 Jun 2007 31,525 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2007 31,457 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 25,249 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 LXJ 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 GN02 LXJ, 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 LXJ registered?

GN02 LXJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 March 2002.

Is GN02 LXJ safe to buy?

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