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HD02 JDX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

16,814 mi
Last recorded16,814 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHD02 JDX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 16,814 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Coil spring corroded both. (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2025 16,743 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2024 16,695 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 16,599 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 16,534 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 16,394 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 16,280 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 2 Jun 2020 16,275 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 44% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2019 16,097 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 15,981 miles
Pass 30 May 2017 15,850 miles
Fail 30 May 2017 15,850 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 15,714 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Oil leak

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

both rear tyres starting to perish

exhaust system deteriorated, Rear exhaust hangers corroded

slight bind on o/s/r wheel when rotated by hand

Pass 28 May 2015 15,560 miles

(both) front brake disc(s) are in a poor condition

(both) rear brake disc(s) are in a poor condition

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

front and rear suspension component(s) corroded

Pass 16 Jun 2014 15,487 miles

Front and rear suspension parts are starting to rust.

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside headlamp fittings are in a poor condition.

Pass 21 Jun 2013 15,151 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2012 14,569 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2011 14,155 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2010 12,746 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2010 12,746 miles

Offside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 22 Jun 2009 11,652 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2008 10,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 20 Jun 2008 10,601 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 14 Jun 2007 9,079 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2006 7,914 miles

Nearside Front 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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HD02 JDX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 HD02 JDX, 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 HD02 JDX registered?

HD02 JDX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 July 2002.

Is HD02 JDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HD02 JDX shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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