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MX52 DOM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Nov 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

27,409 mi
Last recorded27,409 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 DOM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 27,409 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2024 26,647 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2023 26,022 miles

Car is Undersealed

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 25,038 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2021 23,857 miles

wax oiled underneath

Pass 13 Nov 2020 23,534 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 22 Nov 2019 22,890 miles

whole of car is undersealed undearneath

Pass 23 Nov 2018 21,365 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 20,063 miles

underseal all under car

Pass 28 Nov 2016 18,073 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Nov 2015 15,507 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 14,380 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Fail 19 Nov 2013 13,213 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 19 Nov 2013 13,213 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 11,961 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2011 10,952 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2010 9,715 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 8,800 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2008 7,665 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2007 6,828 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 6,139 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2006 6,095 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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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MX52 DOM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 MX52 DOM, 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 MX52 DOM registered?

MX52 DOM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 December 2002.

Is MX52 DOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 DOM shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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