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LK02 WPE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 May 2027
Tests23 (23 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,940 mi
Last recorded42,940 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 WPE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

23 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 42,940 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2025 35,851 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 35,524 miles
Pass 15 May 2023 34,760 miles
Pass 16 May 2022 34,099 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 32,649 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2019 32,641 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 32,493 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2017 31,634 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 30,788 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2015 30,199 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2014 29,243 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2013 28,044 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2012 26,751 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2011 25,616 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2010 24,121 miles
Pass 1 Dec 2009 21,131 miles
Pass 30 May 2009 20,513 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2008 17,118 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 14,516 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2007 13,380 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 11,506 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2005 8,126 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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LK02 WPE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 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 LK02 WPE, 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 LK02 WPE registered?

LK02 WPE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is LK02 WPE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LK02 WPE shows 23 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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