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NJ52 HXT

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jan 2023
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

69,438 mi
Last recorded69,438 miles
Recorded on31 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNJ52 HXT
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Jan 2022 69,438 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2020 63,660 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2018 56,988 miles

Nearside Rear sill corroded but not within 30cm of a structurally important component

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 29 Aug 2018 56,988 miles

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

Nearside Rear sill corroded but not within 30cm of a structurally important component

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Oct 2017 54,195 miles

eml light on

Fail 28 Sep 2017 54,193 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

eml light on

Pass 28 Sep 2016 52,450 miles

engine managment light on

Fail 27 Sep 2016 52,450 miles

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

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement wheel binding (3.5.1k)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

engine managment light on

Pass 5 Aug 2015 51,161 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Oil leak

Pass 8 Aug 2014 49,376 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 46,637 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 46,636 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Aug 2012 29,651 miles

exhaust rusty

Pass 4 Aug 2011 26,880 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 24,885 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 9 Feb 2008 23,533 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2006 21,938 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2005 17,363 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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NJ52 HXT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc 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 NJ52 HXT, 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 NJ52 HXT registered?

NJ52 HXT is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 September 2002.

Is NJ52 HXT safe to buy?

The MOT history for NJ52 HXT shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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