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MP02 BAP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Sep 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

33,775 mi
Last recorded33,775 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP02 BAP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Aug 2025 33,775 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2024 33,191 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2023 32,289 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2022 31,692 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2021 31,259 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2020 30,183 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2019 29,017 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2018 28,039 miles

Rear numberplate deteriorating

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 30 Jun 2017 26,952 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2016 25,541 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2015 24,030 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 22,516 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 21,623 miles

n/s rear tyre outer wall damaged[no canvas visible]

Pass 26 Jun 2012 19,517 miles

n/s rear tyre outer wall damaged but not excessive.

Pass 29 Jun 2011 18,183 miles

nearside rear tyre outer side wall damaged

Pass 28 Jun 2010 16,721 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 15,445 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 14,085 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2007 13,428 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2006 10,128 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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MP02 BAP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 MP02 BAP, 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 MP02 BAP registered?

MP02 BAP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 June 2002.

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The MOT history for MP02 BAP shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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