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LR52 UBK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

24,032 mi
Last recorded24,032 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR52 UBK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 24,032 miles

Offside Rear brake disc shows signs of having got hot - not binding at time of test

Pass 4 Oct 2024 22,611 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2024 22,608 miles

Parking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear brakes are binding slightly - handbrake lever arms on calipers ot returning fully

Pass 16 Oct 2023 21,116 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2022 21,005 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2022 21,001 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 20,902 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 12 Oct 2020 20,601 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2019 19,921 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 19,583 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 18,988 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2016 18,623 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2015 18,339 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 18,339 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not fitted (1.1.C.1b)

Pass 3 Nov 2014 17,571 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2014 17,571 miles

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Pass 7 Nov 2013 16,231 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2012 14,996 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 14,375 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2010 14,226 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2009 12,572 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 10,834 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 9,172 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2006 7,751 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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LR52 UBK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LR52 UBK, 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

How do I check the history of LR52 UBK?

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What year was LR52 UBK registered?

LR52 UBK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 November 2002.

Is LR52 UBK safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR52 UBK shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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