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LX52 WXA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

57,756 mi
Last recorded57,756 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLX52 WXA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 10 Apr 2026 57,756 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2025 55,914 miles

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

Pass 16 Apr 2024 54,288 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2023 53,297 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 7 Apr 2022 51,088 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2021 47,019 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2020 43,638 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 38,502 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2018 32,786 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2017 29,221 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2016 25,802 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2015 15,262 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2014 14,523 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 12,486 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2012 10,817 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 9,048 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2010 8,108 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2009 6,346 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2008 4,979 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2007 4,011 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 2,792 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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LX52 WXA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc 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 LX52 WXA, 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 LX52 WXA registered?

LX52 WXA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is LX52 WXA safe to buy?

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