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MJ52 NVR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jun 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

100,233 mi
Last recorded100,233 miles
Recorded on30 May 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ52 NVR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 May 2016 100,233 miles

Offside Rear Lower Brake pipe slightly corroded inner/rear (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Lower Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases inner/joint (7.1.2)

Pass 8 Jun 2015 97,167 miles
Pass 1 May 2014 93,317 miles
Pass 30 May 2013 91,216 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2012 90,353 miles

both outer sills in poor condition

near side front tyre low on tread on inner edge

Pass 30 Jun 2011 83,435 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 79,501 miles

rear suspension cross brace nearside mounting bolt appears loose

Pass 26 Apr 2010 75,070 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 70,548 miles

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

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

Pass 7 Oct 2008 59,831 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2007 50,195 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2006 45,870 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2006 45,870 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 15 Nov 2005 39,029 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 NVR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 MJ52 NVR, 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 NVR registered?

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

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