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NM02 DKF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

36,518 mi
Last recorded36,518 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNM02 DKF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2025 36,518 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2024 34,875 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2023 33,354 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 32,233 miles

Engine covers & or undertrays fitted to the vehicle partially obscuring some testable items from view

Pass 15 Oct 2021 31,898 miles

Engine covers & or undertrays fitted to vehicle partially obscuring some testable items from view

Pass 23 Oct 2020 30,559 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2019 28,875 miles

Engine covers & or undertrays fitted to the vehicle partially obscurring some testable items from view

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 27,874 miles

Engine covers & or undertrays fitted to the vehicle partialy obscuring some teastable items from view

Pass 4 Apr 2017 26,356 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2016 25,564 miles

offside outer sill slightly corroded

Pass 23 Apr 2015 24,154 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2014 23,324 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 22,825 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2011 22,411 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 29 Jun 2011 22,411 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2010 21,767 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2009 20,947 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2008 20,764 miles
Fail 22 Jul 2008 20,764 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2007 20,617 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Jul 2006 19,154 miles

Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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NM02 DKF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 NM02 DKF, 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

How do I check the history of NM02 DKF?

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What year was NM02 DKF registered?

NM02 DKF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 July 2002.

Is NM02 DKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for NM02 DKF shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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