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HF52 FVL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Apr 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

92,468 mi
Last recorded92,468 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 FVL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 92,468 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2025 92,257 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2024 92,211 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2023 92,151 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2022 91,905 miles

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Oil leak, but not excessive slight engine oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Apr 2021 91,725 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2020 90,590 miles
Pass 30 May 2018 90,059 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 89,939 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 89,333 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 88,093 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2013 87,709 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2012 86,039 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 84,858 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2010 83,229 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2009 76,899 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 70,548 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 61,108 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 51,148 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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HF52 FVL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 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 HF52 FVL, 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

How do I check the history of HF52 FVL?

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What year was HF52 FVL registered?

HF52 FVL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is HF52 FVL safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF52 FVL shows 19 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 HF52 FVL have outstanding finance?

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