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LJ52 YTK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Oct 2023
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

30,946 mi
Last recorded30,946 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ52 YTK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2022 30,946 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 30,946 miles

Nearside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired ns sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 8 Oct 2021 30,475 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 29,321 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2019 28,540 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2018 28,475 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2017 28,344 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2016 28,126 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2015 27,789 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2014 27,420 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2014 27,420 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 3 Sep 2013 25,625 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2012 24,543 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2012 24,542 miles

Centre Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

Pass 23 Sep 2011 23,713 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 23 Sep 2011 23,713 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 18 Sep 2010 22,376 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2009 21,616 miles

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

Pass 23 Aug 2007 18,373 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2006 16,423 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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LJ52 YTK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 LJ52 YTK, 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 LJ52 YTK registered?

LJ52 YTK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

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