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MX52 GAB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 May 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

89,416 mi
Last recorded89,416 miles
Recorded on2 May 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMX52 GAB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 May 2025 89,416 miles
Pass 17 May 2024 80,706 miles

all brake discs corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2022 71,030 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2021 68,065 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 67,944 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 67,909 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 67,269 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 64,761 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2015 63,117 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2014 60,665 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2014 58,688 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2014 58,688 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 11 Jul 2013 57,851 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 55,267 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 55,267 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 52,904 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2010 50,742 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 48,000 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2009 47,999 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7) DANGEROUS

Pass 19 Aug 2008 38,081 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2007 33,584 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2006 26,971 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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MX52 GAB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 MX52 GAB, 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 GAB registered?

MX52 GAB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 October 2002.

Is MX52 GAB safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 GAB shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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