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LW02 EWS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

45,469 mi
Last recorded45,469 miles
Recorded on10 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLW02 EWS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Dec 2025 45,469 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Dec 2024 44,069 miles

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

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

Pass 21 Dec 2023 42,770 miles

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

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 41,533 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2021 40,331 miles

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

Pass 22 Dec 2020 38,600 miles

slight corrosion to osr outer sill

Pass 26 Jun 2019 36,565 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2018 34,939 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 33,646 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2016 32,455 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2015 31,473 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 30,390 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 29,022 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 28,134 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 27,106 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2010 26,079 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2009 24,842 miles

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

Pass 27 Jun 2008 22,244 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2007 17,368 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2006 13,931 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2005 10,337 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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LW02 EWS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 LW02 EWS, 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 LW02 EWS registered?

LW02 EWS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is LW02 EWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for LW02 EWS shows 21 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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