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OU52 FSJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Dec 2017
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

76,024 mi
Last recorded76,024 miles
Recorded on2 Dec 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOU52 FSJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Dec 2016 76,024 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2015 72,990 miles

n/s rear brake calliper will need replacing soon

Pass 4 Dec 2014 71,271 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Dec 2013 67,780 miles

signs of corrosion to o/s /r outer sill

Pass 2 Jul 2013 64,636 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 59,120 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 53,360 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2010 46,915 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2009 40,805 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2009 40,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Aug 2008 34,272 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2007 26,130 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2006 17,674 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2005 15,386 miles

all 4 tyres starting to crack

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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OU52 FSJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,597cc 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 OU52 FSJ, 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 OU52 FSJ registered?

OU52 FSJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 11 September 2002.

Is OU52 FSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for OU52 FSJ 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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