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HG02 WVX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

13,595 mi
Last recorded13,595 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG02 WVX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 13,595 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 13,577 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2023 13,322 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 12,948 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2021 12,603 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2020 12,268 miles

Brake pedal wearing smooth anti-slip rubber wear too edge (1.1.2 (c))

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. slightly uneven application on roller brake test (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Under tray obscuring power steering components

Pass 17 May 2019 11,152 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under tray obscuring power steering components

Pass 15 May 2018 10,836 miles

Oil leak ()

Under-tray-obscuring-power-steering-components

Pass 22 May 2017 10,430 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 10,018 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 9,599 miles

o/s/f tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 May 2014 9,171 miles
Pass 21 May 2013 8,685 miles
Fail 15 May 2012 7,783 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 15 May 2012 7,783 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 6,900 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 6,377 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 6,305 miles
Pass 23 May 2008 5,916 miles
Pass 17 May 2007 5,795 miles
Pass 24 May 2006 4,943 miles
Pass 24 May 2005 4,000 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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HG02 WVX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 HG02 WVX, 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

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What year was HG02 WVX registered?

HG02 WVX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2002.

Is HG02 WVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG02 WVX shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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