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HF52 VKX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 3000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 May 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

108,258 mi
Last recorded108,258 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF52 VKX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine3,000cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 108,258 miles

Nearside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

the parking brake lever has long travel.

Pass 16 May 2025 107,969 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2024 106,467 miles
Pass 18 May 2023 106,109 miles
Pass 12 May 2022 104,579 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 103,704 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbone's corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Upper and lower arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 10 May 2021 103,704 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively jumping across screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively jumping across screen (3.4 (b) (ii))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbone's corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both upper and lower wishbones corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 May 2018 102,954 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four lower wishbones (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four upper wishbones (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 11 May 2018 102,954 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four lower wishbones (2.4.G.1)

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all four upper wishbones (2.4.G.1)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 12 May 2017 101,850 miles

Central Rear Small exhaust gas leak.

Nearside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 15 Apr 2016 101,075 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2016 101,073 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick inner pads (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 99,999 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2014 97,063 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2013 94,997 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2012 91,671 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 84,919 miles

Both front lower wishbones corroded.

Exhaust system corroded.

Front brake discs pitted and corroded.

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

Fail 28 Sep 2010 84,919 miles

Both front lower wishbones corroded.

Exhaust system corroded.

Front brake discs pitted and corroded.

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

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

Pass 26 Sep 2009 71,800 miles

advise front pads low

advise rear pads getting low

Pass 9 Oct 2008 59,863 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2007 46,610 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 33,709 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2005 21,035 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 VKX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 3,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 VKX, 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 HF52 VKX registered?

HF52 VKX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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The MOT history for HF52 VKX shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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