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MJ52 NVK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

13,651 mi
Last recorded13,651 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 NVK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 13,651 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2024 12,351 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2023 11,626 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 11,214 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 10,368 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2020 8,977 miles
Pass 1 May 2019 8,468 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 8,021 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2017 7,657 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Pass 22 Oct 2014 7,133 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2013 6,288 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

front & rear brakes only just met the imbalance measurements may need ajustment or repair

o/s/f wiper blade split but does not effect the view

Pass 3 Oct 2013 6,288 miles

front & rear brakes only just met the imbalance measurements may need ajustment or repair

o/s/f wiper blade split but does not effect the view

Pass 9 Oct 2012 5,653 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2011 5,257 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 4,621 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2009 4,324 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 3,845 miles
Pass 11 May 2007 3,542 miles
Pass 8 May 2006 3,016 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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MJ52 NVK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 MJ52 NVK, 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 MJ52 NVK registered?

MJ52 NVK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is MJ52 NVK safe to buy?

The MOT history for MJ52 NVK shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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