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H876 XAB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Jun 2027
Tests13 (13 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,800 mi
Last recorded85,800 miles
Recorded on29 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH876 XAB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass
Pass 29 Jun 2026 85,800 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2025 85,653 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2024 85,622 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 85,554 miles
Pass 19 May 2020 85,342 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 85,153 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2017 84,675 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 84,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2014 83,160 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2013 80,754 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2012 79,867 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 79,507 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2009 79,069 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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H876 XAB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 H876 XAB, 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 H876 XAB registered?

H876 XAB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 March 2002.

Is H876 XAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for H876 XAB shows 13 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does H876 XAB have outstanding finance?

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