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LY52 LPF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Jul 2026
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

32,166 mi
Last recorded32,166 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLY52 LPF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 3 Jul 2025 32,166 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2018 31,920 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2017 31,132 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 30,615 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 29,788 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 29,010 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2013 27,745 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2012 26,401 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2011 25,441 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2010 24,154 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 23,341 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2008 21,765 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2007 19,626 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 15,060 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2005 11,213 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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LY52 LPF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 LY52 LPF, 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 LY52 LPF registered?

LY52 LPF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is LY52 LPF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LY52 LPF shows 15 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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