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LX02 URP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

138,212 mi
Last recorded138,212 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX02 URP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2026 138,212 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2025 137,335 miles
Pass 4 May 2022 136,384 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 May 2021 134,655 miles

lowered

Fail 10 May 2021 134,646 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired sill back not fully welded (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

lowered

Pass 10 Mar 2020 133,410 miles

both front wings at bottom corroded

both sill backs at rear slightly corroded

offside rear outer sill slightly corroded

Fail 9 Mar 2020 133,408 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear at rear (1.1.11 (c))

both front wings at bottom corroded

both sill backs at rear slightly corroded

offside rear outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 19 Jan 2017 124,552 miles

both front chassis rusted . under tray fitted

Pass 12 Apr 2016 80,815 miles
Fail 12 Apr 2016 80,815 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 116,940 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 113,127 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Apr 2013 109,208 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2012 104,704 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2011 99,480 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 90,290 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2010 90,284 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 71,809 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2008 53,809 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 18 Jul 2007 47,943 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 38,436 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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LX02 URP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 LX02 URP, 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 LX02 URP registered?

LX02 URP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 July 2002.

Is LX02 URP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LX02 URP shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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