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MX51 SHX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Aug 2027
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

46,207 mi
Last recorded46,207 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2026 46,207 miles

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 11 Sep 2023 46,137 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 46,102 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 46,027 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 45,852 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 45,550 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 44,981 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 44,647 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2015 44,441 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2013 44,409 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 44,235 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2011 43,994 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2010 42,405 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2009 36,553 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 31,054 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2007 26,213 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2006 20,700 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2006 20,668 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

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

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 SHX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 SHX, 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 MX51 SHX registered?

MX51 SHX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 January 2002.

Is MX51 SHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX51 SHX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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