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NL52 HDG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

42,952 mi
Last recorded42,952 miles
Recorded on22 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNL52 HDG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 22 Apr 2026 42,952 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 42,116 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Feb 2024 39,839 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2023 39,698 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2022 39,505 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 38,807 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2020 38,380 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2018 38,242 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2017 37,932 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2016 37,432 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2015 35,877 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 5 Nov 2014 30,067 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2013 29,267 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 27,948 miles

REAR TYRES 3.5 MM WORN ON OUTER EDGES

Pass 28 Oct 2011 25,340 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2010 23,673 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2009 23,354 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 22,976 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2007 22,575 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2006 21,500 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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NL52 HDG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 NL52 HDG, 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 NL52 HDG registered?

NL52 HDG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is NL52 HDG safe to buy?

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