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M55 MWJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

55,502 mi
Last recorded55,502 miles
Recorded on17 Dec 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM55 MWJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Dec 2025 55,502 miles

Vehicle underbody/structure has been repaired

Fail 27 Oct 2025 55,471 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis leg (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill , (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Outer Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively may need service or repair (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 22 Oct 2024 55,335 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2023 55,296 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2022 54,901 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 54,607 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 54,008 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2019 52,608 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced SILL (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2018 52,043 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (CHASSIS) (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner wing (CHASSIS) (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 10 Apr 2017 50,023 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 47,448 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 45,124 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 42,473 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2013 39,700 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 37,657 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 34,187 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 31,382 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Inner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 25,108 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 20,900 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 14,495 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2006 9,527 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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M55 MWJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 M55 MWJ, 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 M55 MWJ registered?

M55 MWJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is M55 MWJ safe to buy?

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