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GN02 MDU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jul 2018
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

75,919 mi
Last recorded75,919 miles
Recorded on12 Jul 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 MDU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jul 2017 75,919 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2017 75,919 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Mar 2016 75,781 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (2.4.A.3)

Fail 23 Mar 2016 75,779 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both rear outer sills (5.2.6)

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis legs (2.4.A.3)

Pass 10 Sep 2014 75,433 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 69,593 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2012 65,721 miles

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

Pass 28 Sep 2011 60,361 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2011 58,120 miles

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 12 Apr 2011 58,120 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2010 51,532 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 6 Apr 2010 51,517 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 6 Apr 2009 44,581 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2008 37,891 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2007 31,532 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2006 24,408 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 22,302 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 MDU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 MDU, 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 MDU registered?

GN02 MDU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 April 2002.

Is GN02 MDU safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN02 MDU shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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