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NU02 XGP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2019
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

66,148 mi
Last recorded66,148 miles
Recorded on17 Jul 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNU02 XGP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 17 Jul 2018 66,148 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2017 63,071 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2016 55,687 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2015 51,715 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2014 51,109 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2013 49,478 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2012 46,948 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Jul 2012 46,948 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2011 44,749 miles

cond of fr pads & discs

rust on n/s/r outer sill

Pass 21 May 2010 42,739 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2009 37,687 miles

cut in n/s/r tyre inner wall

Pass 12 May 2008 31,908 miles
Pass 12 May 2007 26,722 miles
Pass 17 May 2006 18,263 miles

brake pads slight worn advise to check

o/s/r tyre worn to limits - parts of tread not cut as deep advise customer to change tyre

slight play ball joints

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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NU02 XGP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 NU02 XGP, 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 NU02 XGP registered?

NU02 XGP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

Is NU02 XGP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NU02 XGP shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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