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HF02 KFZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Mar 2015
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

102,858 mi
Last recorded102,858 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2014
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 KFZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2014 102,858 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2014 102,834 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 7 Feb 2013 98,775 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2012 94,348 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front and rear suspension components corroded and rear springs

Pass 8 Feb 2012 94,348 miles

front and rear suspension components corroded and rear springs

Pass 16 Feb 2011 89,274 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2010 82,136 miles

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

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

Fail 23 Feb 2010 82,136 miles

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

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 6 Mar 2009 75,501 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 67,042 miles

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

clutch pedal rubber worn.park brake lever slightly high.o/s/f tyre worn on edges.

Pass 1 Mar 2007 56,135 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2006 45,037 miles

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

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

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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HF02 KFZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 HF02 KFZ, 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 HF02 KFZ registered?

HF02 KFZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 March 2002.

Is HF02 KFZ safe to buy?

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