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LJ02 YPP

2002 Mazda Demio

Blue Petrol 1323cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Feb 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

98,827 mi
Last recorded98,827 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Demio54,250 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ02 YPP
MakeMazda
ModelDemio
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,323cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 98,827 miles

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 84,726 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 4 Feb 2025 84,726 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Feb 2024 79,461 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2023 77,515 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 76,813 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2020 75,493 miles

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

Pass 8 May 2019 72,740 miles
Pass 15 May 2018 70,771 miles
Fail 15 May 2018 70,771 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 15 May 2017 67,247 miles
Pass 12 May 2016 64,053 miles
Pass 11 May 2015 62,037 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 59,655 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 56,019 miles
Pass 15 May 2012 49,208 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 44,189 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 40,202 miles
Fail 11 May 2010 40,202 miles

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

Pass 12 May 2009 35,455 miles
Pass 9 May 2008 30,884 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 26,412 miles

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

Pass 15 May 2006 21,475 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Demio?

Based on 136,409 MOT tests across 10,090 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
4,600
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
10,090
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 7,070
Brake pipe excessively corroded 5,472
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 3,970
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 3,593
brake binding 3,343
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LJ02 YPP is a 2002 Mazda Demio in Blue with a 1,323cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Demio models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.2% with a typical mileage of 54,250 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Demio fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 7,070 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ02 YPP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Demio typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda Demio is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was LJ02 YPP registered?

LJ02 YPP is a 2002 Mazda Demio, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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