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MX52 EMS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests28 (20 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

82,086 mi
Last recorded82,086 miles
Recorded on30 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 EMS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 8 fail
Pass 30 Apr 2026 82,086 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material linked to nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 May 2025 81,951 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe linked to nearside (1.1.11 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Apr 2024 81,758 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 81,328 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 81,316 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2022 80,968 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive floor area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

corrosion to all suspension components

Pass 21 Apr 2021 80,715 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded On steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Front inner wings near anti-roll bar mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 8 Apr 2021 80,691 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer body sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner & Outer body sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded On steering rack (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Both Rear upper & lower (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Both Front inner wings near anti-roll bar mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2019 80,008 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2019 80,008 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2018 78,737 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm only (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 77,520 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2016 76,108 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 2 Aug 2016 76,096 miles

Nearside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 29 Jul 2015 75,416 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2015 75,395 miles

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

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 15 Jul 2014 73,255 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2013 71,404 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2013 71,391 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)

Pass 19 Jul 2012 69,524 miles

both rear outer sills corroded

Pass 14 Jul 2011 67,909 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2011 67,880 miles

Offside Front brake disc has restricted free movement (3.5.1j)

Offside front brakes release unevenly (3.7.B.4)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

exhaust system very rusty

nearside front brake disc corroded

nearside rear brake disc corroded

offside front brake disc corroded

offside rear brake disc corroded

oil level on minimum level

Pass 3 Aug 2010 65,313 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2009 59,069 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2009 56,063 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front and rear brake discs corroded

Pass 29 Jan 2008 39,860 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Oil leak

Pass 18 Nov 2006 36,156 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 5 Nov 2005 32,218 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 EMS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 EMS, 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 EMS registered?

MX52 EMS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 November 2002.

Is MX52 EMS safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 EMS shows 28 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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