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GN02 WZF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

98,329 mi
Last recorded98,329 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2020 98,329 miles

all suspension components front & rear are corroded

all suspension rubber bushes are cracking due to perishing

Pass 20 May 2019 94,096 miles

all suspension arms corroded.

Pass 9 May 2018 88,978 miles

Oil leak ()

exhaust corroded in places

Pass 18 May 2017 87,879 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust corroded

Stone chips in window screen

Fail 18 May 2017 87,879 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Exhaust corroded

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Stone chips in window screen

Pass 18 May 2016 86,057 miles
Fail 18 May 2016 86,057 miles

Headlamp aim too high Both (1.8)

Pass 18 May 2015 83,424 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

exhaust system corroded

Pass 16 May 2014 80,281 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

rear off side tyre badly cracked

Pass 13 May 2013 77,078 miles
Pass 21 May 2012 76,195 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 74,219 miles

both rear tyres worn on outer edge

exhaust corroded

Pass 6 Apr 2010 72,556 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 68,485 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 64,778 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 60,568 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 26 Mar 2007 60,568 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 28 Mar 2006 53,123 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 WZF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 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 GN02 WZF, 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 WZF registered?

GN02 WZF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 March 2002.

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