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M1 VTA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 May 2024
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

41,901 mi
Last recorded41,901 miles
Recorded on31 May 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM1 VTA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 31 May 2023 41,901 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 41,476 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2020

slight corrosion on outer sill

Pass 3 Sep 2019 38,892 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 35,049 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2017 30,369 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2016 24,070 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 22,828 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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M1 VTA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 M1 VTA, 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 M1 VTA registered?

M1 VTA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 July 2002.

Is M1 VTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for M1 VTA shows 8 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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