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LV02 DSO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

65,612 mi
Last recorded65,612 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLV02 DSO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2026 65,612 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Feb 2025 63,318 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 61,788 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Nearside & offside (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 Mar 2023 61,077 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2023 61,076 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 60,499 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 59,523 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2019 58,686 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2018 57,515 miles
Pass 12 May 2017 57,093 miles
Pass 26 May 2016 56,502 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 54,980 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 50,418 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 13 Mar 2013 42,525 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2013 42,525 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 15 Mar 2012 32,919 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2011 25,462 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 24,640 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2009 23,104 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2008 21,292 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2007 19,814 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 16,788 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 DSO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 LV02 DSO, 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 DSO registered?

LV02 DSO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 April 2002.

Is LV02 DSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for LV02 DSO shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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