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LV02 DSE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

71,783 mi
Last recorded71,783 miles
Recorded on26 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 DSE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Sep 2025 71,783 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2024 71,438 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 70,538 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 69,224 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 67,590 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2020 66,145 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2019 63,300 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 61,046 miles
Pass 8 May 2017 58,778 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 55,435 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 53,339 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2014 51,037 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 49,626 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2012 44,788 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2011 39,658 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2010 34,978 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2009 31,016 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 26,794 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2007 22,481 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 18,503 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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LV02 DSE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 LV02 DSE, 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 LV02 DSE registered?

LV02 DSE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is LV02 DSE safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 DSE shows 20 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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