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MA52 LMF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Dec 2020
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

83,998 mi
Last recorded83,998 miles
Recorded on19 Dec 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMA52 LMF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Dec 2019 83,998 miles

Front chassis legs corroded

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 19 Dec 2019 83,998 miles

Front chassis legs corroded

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 18 Dec 2018 75,217 miles

Some corrosion to suspension components

Undertray fitted

Pass 19 Dec 2017 68,673 miles

All under chassi visual brake pipes protected in grease/underseal

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

Pass 15 Dec 2016 61,315 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 55,619 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2015 55,619 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Dec 2014 49,659 miles
Pass 28 Dec 2013 44,112 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 41,579 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2011 37,915 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2010 34,664 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2010 34,664 miles

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

Pass 21 Sep 2009 31,904 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2008 29,620 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2007 26,641 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 25 Sep 2007 26,641 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 19,180 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 13,169 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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MA52 LMF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 MA52 LMF, 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 MA52 LMF registered?

MA52 LMF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 September 2002.

Is MA52 LMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for MA52 LMF shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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