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H415 FRV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Apr 2025
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

138,403 mi
Last recorded138,403 miles
Recorded on21 Mar 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH415 FRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Mar 2024 138,403 miles

Park brake requirements only just met. it would appear that the park braking system requires adjustment or repair Offside handbrake poor performance

Pass 30 Mar 2023 136,041 miles

Handbrake Requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair Offside

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 130,595 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2021 128,123 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2019 124,473 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2019 124,469 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2017 118,662 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2016 117,161 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 15 Jan 2014 114,099 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 106,916 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2011 100,813 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2011 100,811 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 19 Oct 2010 94,667 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 89,414 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2008 82,845 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2007 76,238 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 9 Aug 2006 70,357 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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H415 FRV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 H415 FRV, 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 H415 FRV registered?

H415 FRV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is H415 FRV safe to buy?

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