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HF02 WHE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jun 2025
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

94,936 mi
Last recorded94,936 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF02 WHE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2024 94,936 miles

Front and rear subframes and suspension components corroded

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Full underside of vehicle inc sills and arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 94,629 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight surface corrosion noted on underside and subframe

Fail 22 Apr 2022 94,629 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight surface corrosion noted on underside and subframe

Pass 23 Apr 2021 92,648 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

front fog lights inop

n/s/f and o/s/f brake back plates damaged

Fail 21 Apr 2021 92,648 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre to rear (6.1.2 (a))

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

front fog lights inop

n/s/f and o/s/f brake back plates damaged

Fail 31 Oct 2020 92,644 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both rear (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

n/s/r sill corroded

Pass 1 May 2019 89,434 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2018 87,329 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 84,943 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2016 71,082 miles

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

Offside Rear coil spring worn (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 10 Apr 2015 54,776 miles

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

Pass 2 May 2014 48,387 miles
Fail 1 May 2014 48,382 miles

Nearside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 24 Apr 2013 45,858 miles

N/S & O/S FRONT TYRES, EVIDENCE OF CRACKING IN TREAD CHANNELS.

N/S/R EXHAUST BOX BRACKET/JOINT CORRODING.

Pass 19 Apr 2012 42,932 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 39,948 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2011 39,948 miles

brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 20 Apr 2010 37,542 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 33,581 miles

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2008 31,091 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 31,091 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 27,085 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 22,061 miles

HAND BRAKE LEVER LIMITED RESERVE TRAVEL

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

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 WHE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 WHE, 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 WHE registered?

HF02 WHE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 21 May 2002.

Is HF02 WHE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF02 WHE shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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