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N674 BTF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1837cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2016
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

111,508 mi
Last recorded111,508 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN674 BTF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,837cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2015 111,508 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2015

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 108,672 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 107,289 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2012 104,246 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2011 99,768 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2010 99,600 miles
Pass 19 May 2007 96,803 miles
Pass 30 May 2006 88,673 miles
Fail 30 May 2006 88,673 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre(s) incorrect because a lightweight or space saving wheel is fitted (4.1.A.1b)

both front discs rusty + poor

both rear discs rusty + poor

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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N674 BTF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,837cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 N674 BTF, 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 N674 BTF registered?

N674 BTF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 July 2002.

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