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MM02 RYC

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,359 mi
Last recorded81,359 miles
Recorded on15 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMM02 RYC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 15 May 2026 81,359 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2025 80,985 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 80,967 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 11 Oct 2018 79,927 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2017 79,705 miles

brake pipes greased

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Fail 3 Jun 2017 79,705 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high dip (1.8)

brake pipes greased

factory covers fitted obscuring testable items

Pass 3 Jun 2016 77,077 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2015 72,968 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front tyre valves rubber cracking abit

Fail 6 Jun 2014 70,281 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2014 70,281 miles
Pass 29 May 2013 64,922 miles
Fail 29 May 2012 59,771 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 May 2012 59,771 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2011 55,444 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2010 50,032 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 42,676 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2008 36,731 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2007 31,148 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Jun 2006 23,105 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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MM02 RYC 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 84.2%.

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 MM02 RYC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MM02 RYC registered?

MM02 RYC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is MM02 RYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MM02 RYC shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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