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GN02 PWL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2021
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

112,301 mi
Last recorded112,301 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN02 PWL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2020 112,301 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2020 112,301 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 3 Apr 2014 110,795 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 109,224 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 102,059 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2011 87,418 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2010 77,413 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 77,403 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 70,799 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 70,799 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Mar 2008 65,433 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 59,793 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2006 39,887 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2006 39,887 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 25 Aug 2005 29,462 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 PWL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PWL, 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 GN02 PWL registered?

GN02 PWL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2002.

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