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NG51 VHC

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Oct 2018
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

67,691 mi
Last recorded67,691 miles
Recorded on26 Oct 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNG51 VHC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Oct 2017 67,691 miles

slight exhaust blow

Pass 19 Oct 2016 67,485 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2015 66,475 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2014 66,140 miles
Fail 10 Sep 2014 66,138 miles

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

Offside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 18 Sep 2013 64,993 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2012 62,737 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 58,639 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2010 54,619 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2010 54,619 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 26 Feb 2009 51,445 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2008 51,089 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2007 44,294 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2006 37,504 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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NG51 VHC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 NG51 VHC, 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 NG51 VHC registered?

NG51 VHC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 January 2002.

Is NG51 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for NG51 VHC shows 14 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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