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NX02 OFP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Apr 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

41,793 mi
Last recorded41,793 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNX02 OFP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2018 41,793 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2016 39,305 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 38,355 miles

Both sills corroded at rear

Pass 19 Feb 2015 37,461 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

nsf tyre has a cut on inside on sidewall

Pass 6 Feb 2014 36,085 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 34,663 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2012 33,116 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2011 31,862 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 23 Feb 2010 29,652 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2010 29,652 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2) DANGEROUS

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

Fail 20 Feb 2009 26,818 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 20 Feb 2009 26,818 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2008 26,721 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 22 Mar 2007 24,848 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 21,740 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2006 21,740 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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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NX02 OFP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 NX02 OFP, 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 NX02 OFP registered?

NX02 OFP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is NX02 OFP safe to buy?

The MOT history for NX02 OFP shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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