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LK02 WPF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

100,027 mi
Last recorded100,027 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 WPF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2017 100,027 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2017 99,936 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Oct 2016 91,611 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2015 89,646 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

nail in offside rear tyre

Fail 10 Nov 2014 83,950 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2014 83,950 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 73,908 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2012 70,415 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2011 63,378 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2010 66,953 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 27 Sep 2010 56,953 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 55,792 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2010 55,792 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

both front wipers split

o/s/r tyre wearing on inner edge

rear pads wearing low

Pass 11 Sep 2009 44,507 miles

surface rust on exhaust

front discs scored

front pads 75% worn

rear pads 85% worn

Pass 28 Oct 2008 31,924 miles

rear pads starting to wear low

surface rust on exhaust

Pass 5 Nov 2007 23,959 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2007 19,822 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 13,280 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 WPF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 WPF, 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 WPF registered?

LK02 WPF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2002.

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