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NCZ 5103

2002 Mazda MX-5

Cream Petrol 1800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Sep 2020
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

116,973 mi
Last recorded116,973 miles
Recorded on5 Sep 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNCZ 5103
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourCream
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,800cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Sep 2019 116,973 miles

Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 1 Sep 2017 113,881 miles

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Aug 2017 113,661 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear brake caliper has restricted free movement TOP (3.5.1k)

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Nearside Inner Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Body has slight corrosion SILL (6.1.B.2)

Pass 13 Aug 2016 104,858 miles

Front and rear suspension corroded

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front coil spring corroded o/s/f (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded o/s/r (2.4.C.1b)

Nearside Rear o/s/r well arches corroded

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

underbody general corrosion

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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NCZ 5103 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Cream with a 1,800cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 NCZ 5103, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was NCZ 5103 registered?

NCZ 5103 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is NCZ 5103 safe to buy?

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