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NK02 UCV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Aug 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

34,138 mi
Last recorded34,138 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNK02 UCV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2026 34,138 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2026 34,138 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2025 33,513 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2024 32,913 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 32,608 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2022 31,871 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2021 31,113 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2020 30,744 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2019 30,252 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2018 29,757 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2017 29,293 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 27,752 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2015 26,468 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2014 25,452 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2013 24,513 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 23,134 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 21,362 miles
Pass 1 May 2010 20,622 miles
Pass 9 May 2009 19,216 miles
Pass 13 May 2008 17,445 miles
Pass 8 May 2007 16,598 miles
Pass 10 May 2006 13,146 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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NK02 UCV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 NK02 UCV, 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 NK02 UCV registered?

NK02 UCV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 17 May 2002.

Is NK02 UCV safe to buy?

The MOT history for NK02 UCV shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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