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NDB 84E

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2019
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

78,108 mi
Last recorded78,108 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNDB 84E
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2018 78,108 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Sep 2018 78,108 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm showing cords (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge wear (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Sep 2017 72,698 miles

Body has slight corrosion both sides rear sill area (6.1.B.2)

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

engine light

Pass 30 Sep 2016 68,508 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2016 68,478 miles

Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.A.1)

SURFACE CORROSION TO UNDERBODY COMPONENTS

Pass 7 Aug 2015 59,902 miles

vehicle structure has slight corrosion

Fail 15 Jul 2015 59,900 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 18 Jul 2014 55,659 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,786 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 13 Jul 2012 44,567 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2011 37,298 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2011 31,982 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2010 29,638 miles

Battery condition poor

Corrosion to wheels

General corrosion to chassis and wheel arches and tailgate and suspension components

Pass 25 Feb 2009 26,127 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 22,200 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2008 22,200 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Light corrosion to various body parts and brake pipes under vehicle

Pass 28 Feb 2007 18,621 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2006 14,620 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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NDB 84E is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver 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 NDB 84E, 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 NDB 84E registered?

NDB 84E is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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