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NA52 RKN

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2017
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

64,602 mi
Last recorded64,602 miles
Recorded on12 Feb 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNA52 RKN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Feb 2016 64,602 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2015 59,099 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2015 59,099 miles

Nearside Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 1 Mar 2014 51,466 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2014 51,466 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Feb 2013 40,713 miles

Oil leak

brake fluid level half way down reservoir

Pass 28 Feb 2012 32,579 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2012 32,579 miles

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

Pass 11 Feb 2011 26,812 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2010 21,321 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2010 21,321 miles

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 24 Oct 2008 19,703 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2008 19,703 miles

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

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Oct 2007 17,853 miles

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 18 Oct 2006 15,870 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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NA52 RKN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 NA52 RKN, 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 NA52 RKN registered?

NA52 RKN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 October 2002.

Is NA52 RKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for NA52 RKN shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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