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OE02 LVP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2022
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

137,275 mi
Last recorded137,275 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOE02 LVP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2021 137,275 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2021 137,275 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Dec 2020 136,176 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2019 135,124 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2018 131,793 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2018 131,793 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Pass 3 Jan 2018 129,321 miles
Fail 3 Jan 2018 129,321 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Jan 2017 126,596 miles

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

Pass 6 Jan 2016 123,877 miles

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

Fail 6 Jan 2016 123,877 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 10 Jan 2015 121,642 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 17 Jan 2014 119,205 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2013 116,205 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2013 116,205 miles

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

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 113,667 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2011 107,422 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2010 93,893 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 82,357 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 69,981 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 59,129 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2006 47,833 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2005 40,743 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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OE02 LVP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 OE02 LVP, 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 OE02 LVP registered?

OE02 LVP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 July 2002.

Is OE02 LVP safe to buy?

The MOT history for OE02 LVP shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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