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MX51 RUS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jul 2027
Tests25 (22 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate88%

Mileage

102,959 mi
Last recorded102,959 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX51 RUS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2026 102,959 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2025 101,619 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2024 99,042 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2023 96,881 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2022 93,982 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2021 91,491 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2020 88,415 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2019 86,485 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2018 83,568 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 79,774 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2016 76,631 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 74,441 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 85,059 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 80,438 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 75,311 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2012 75,308 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Feb 2012 74,424 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 72,652 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 72,652 miles

registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b) DANGEROUS

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Mar 2010 67,662 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2009 62,453 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 24 Jan 2008 53,899 miles
Fail 24 Jan 2008 53,899 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2007 43,881 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 33,804 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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MX51 RUS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88%.

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 MX51 RUS, 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

How do I check the history of MX51 RUS?

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What year was MX51 RUS registered?

MX51 RUS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 March 2002.

Is MX51 RUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 RUS shows 25 tests with a 88% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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