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NJ51 JNN

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2025
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

117,840 mi
Last recorded117,840 miles
Recorded on21 Oct 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ51 JNN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Oct 2024 117,840 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Nov 2018 108,818 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2017 107,118 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2017 107,118 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 1 Dec 2016 105,777 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 98,920 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2014 92,166 miles

all suspension coil springs have corrosion

corrosion to all brake discs

corrosion to both rear outer sills

nearside front tyre wearing on outer edge

slight brake bind on both front and rear wheels

Pass 5 Sep 2013 86,795 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2012 81,122 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 5 Sep 2011 75,173 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2011 75,173 miles

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

Pass 8 Sep 2010 68,445 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2009 61,351 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 49,365 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2007 33,271 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2006 28,279 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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NJ51 JNN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 NJ51 JNN, 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 NJ51 JNN registered?

NJ51 JNN is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 January 2002.

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