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MX52 HAL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Sep 2020
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

86,937 mi
Last recorded86,937 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2019 86,937 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2018 80,081 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2018 80,073 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 24 Mar 2017 78,752 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 76,944 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2015 74,820 miles

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 1 Apr 2015 74,820 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 24 Feb 2014 71,490 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 70,533 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2013 70,533 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 67,219 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2011 61,675 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2010 52,623 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2010 52,623 miles

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 22 Dec 2008 49,688 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2007 42,483 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 33,736 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2005 24,551 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 HAL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 HAL, 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 HAL registered?

MX52 HAL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 December 2002.

Is MX52 HAL safe to buy?

The MOT history for MX52 HAL shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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