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M320 UMO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Sep 2019
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

147,379 mi
Last recorded147,379 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM320 UMO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 147,379 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2017 142,227 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2016 136,565 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2015 128,381 miles

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

Pass 23 Jul 2014 118,200 miles

Coolant leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 4 Jul 2013 109,779 miles

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Pass 6 Jul 2012 102,212 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 102,212 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 8 Jul 2011 96,080 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

tracking

Fail 17 Jun 2010 91,320 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 17 Jun 2010 91,320 miles

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

both rear tyres worn on inside edges

Pass 29 Jun 2009 89,816 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 87,298 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 82,558 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2006 77,825 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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M320 UMO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 M320 UMO, 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 M320 UMO registered?

M320 UMO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2002.

Is M320 UMO safe to buy?

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