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LK02 WPM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests29 (22 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75.9%

Mileage

59,463 mi
Last recorded59,463 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK02 WPM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass 7 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 59,463 miles

Nearside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring damaged but not excessively (1.6 (d))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2025 58,029 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner And Outer Sills Corroded

Offside Front Inner And Outer Sills Corroded

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

Pass 25 Apr 2024 57,104 miles

front and rear susp arms corroded

n/s/f fog lamp reflector defective

n/s/f tyre sidewall damaged

o/s/f and n/s/f tyres deeply perished tread separation

rear sills corroded

rear tyres perished treads

Pass 19 Apr 2023 56,476 miles

front and rear inner brake discs corroded

front lower wishbones corroded

n/s/f ABS sensor wire part insecure

n/s/f tyre treads perished

rear upper wishbones corroded

Pass 22 Apr 2022 56,075 miles

all brake discs corroded

rear exhaust corroded/baffles loose

susp arms generally corroded

Fail 22 Apr 2022 56,075 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

all brake discs corroded

rear exhaust corroded/baffles loose

susp arms generally corroded

Pass 27 Apr 2021 55,896 miles

all brake discs corroded

front fog lamps reflectors corroded

front tyres perished treads

o/s/r tyre perished treads

oil filler cap missing

suspension generally corroded

Fail 27 Apr 2021 55,896 miles

all brake discs corroded

front fog lamps reflectors corroded

front tyres perished treads

o/s/r tyre perished treads

oil filler cap missing

suspension generally corroded

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Apr 2020 55,891 miles

all brake discs heavily corroded

all coil springs corroded

n/s/r tyre deeply perished and worn low

oil filler cap missing/temp repair carried out formot test

rear suspension upper sus arms corroded

wipers worn

Pass 26 Apr 2019 55,647 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2019 55,644 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 55,533 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 55,509 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2016 55,474 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 53,285 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2015 53,285 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

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

Pass 5 Nov 2014 48,622 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 48,573 miles
Fail 14 May 2014 48,572 miles

Front registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 15 May 2013 46,994 miles
Pass 14 May 2012 41,934 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 35,463 miles
Pass 3 May 2010 33,115 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 29,045 miles
Fail 13 Mar 2009 29,045 miles

Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 Mar 2008 25,491 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2008 25,470 miles

Offside Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 2 Mar 2007 20,766 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 16,474 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 WPM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75.9%.

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 WPM, 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 WPM registered?

LK02 WPM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 March 2002.

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