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H424 NLJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2025
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

94,768 mi
Last recorded94,768 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH424 NLJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 26 Oct 2024 94,768 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2023 88,593 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2022 86,350 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2010 173,251 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2008 136,129 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2007 169,275 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Nov 2006 162,851 miles

Gearbox / bell housing bolts missing or insecure.

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

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

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

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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H424 NLJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 H424 NLJ, 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 H424 NLJ registered?

H424 NLJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 September 2002.

Is H424 NLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for H424 NLJ shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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