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OU02 YAA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

39,858 mi
Last recorded39,858 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU02 YAA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2026 39,858 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2025 39,834 miles

surface corrosion rear subframe/suspension

Fail 22 Feb 2025 39,834 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively o/s and n/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

surface corrosion rear subframe/suspension

Pass 17 Feb 2024 39,811 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2023 39,789 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing o/s and n/s (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 39,660 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2021 39,589 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2020 38,404 miles

surface corrosion on suspension components

Pass 23 Feb 2019 38,293 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2018 38,152 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2017 37,995 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2016 37,947 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2015 37,798 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2013 37,393 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 37,393 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 37,393 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 Apr 2010 37,393 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 26 Apr 2010 37,393 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 37,392 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2008 37,392 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2007 34,442 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 29,508 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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OU02 YAA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 OU02 YAA, 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 OU02 YAA registered?

OU02 YAA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 March 2002.

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The MOT history for OU02 YAA shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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