MOT Status
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82,086 miAbove average mileage for this year
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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))
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))
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))
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))
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))
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
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))
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))
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 1.6mm only (5.2.3 (e))
Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (2.4.A.3)
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)
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)
Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)
Rear registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
both rear outer sills corroded
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
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
Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
Oil leak
Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)
Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
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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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