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LY02 LFP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

115,895 mi
Last recorded115,895 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY02 LFP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 115,895 miles
Pass 31 May 2025 115,315 miles
Pass 22 May 2024 114,268 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 May 2024 114,268 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii))

Pass 6 Jun 2023 113,140 miles
Pass 28 May 2022 110,112 miles
Pass 28 May 2021 107,479 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 104,635 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 101,981 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2018 99,408 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 94,479 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 84,011 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 79,701 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2014 77,022 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2013 69,761 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2012 62,956 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 56,821 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 47,416 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2009 39,761 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 30,900 miles
Fail 2 May 2008 30,900 miles

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

Pass 4 May 2007 21,472 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 13,221 miles
Fail 12 May 2006 13,221 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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LY02 LFP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 LY02 LFP, 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.

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What year was LY02 LFP registered?

LY02 LFP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 13 June 2002.

Is LY02 LFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY02 LFP shows 24 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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