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OV02 PXE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jul 2027
Tests27 (22 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate81.5%

Mileage

68,102 mi
Last recorded68,102 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV02 PXE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

22 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 68,102 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear outer sill corroded

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear outer sill corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2025 65,579 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 3 Jul 2024 64,894 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced requires plastic undertray removal for full inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Jun 2024 64,851 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced requires plastic undertray removal for full inspection (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2023 62,483 miles

corrosion on both rear outer sills

n/s reg lamp inop

Pass 23 Aug 2022 56,852 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

car under sealed under side

Pass 25 Aug 2021 53,415 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2021 53,399 miles
Pass 21 May 2020 52,596 miles

both front tyres starting to crack

Fail 21 May 2020 52,596 miles

Offside Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

both front tyres starting to crack

Pass 26 Apr 2019 52,245 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material greased (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 11 May 2018 51,638 miles
Fail 10 May 2018 51,638 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 56% (3.7.B.5b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 40% (3.7.B.5b)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded on inner faces (3.5.1i)

Pass 5 May 2017 51,254 miles

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded inner faces (3.5.1i)

slight brake binding on o/s front & rear brakes

Fail 4 May 2017 51,254 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 51% (3.7.B.5b)

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

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded inner faces (3.5.1i)

slight brake binding on o/s front & rear brakes

Pass 10 May 2016 50,954 miles

Offside Rear Outer Body has slight corrosion sill (6.1.B.2)

Fail 8 Jun 2015 50,307 miles

Offside Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 8 May 2015 50,226 miles

Offside Outer Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 May 2014 49,099 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 48,207 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2012 47,450 miles

Oil leak

Pass 14 Apr 2011 46,716 miles

Oil leak

Pass 19 Apr 2010 45,058 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2009 42,447 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 38,195 miles

offside front tyre worn on edge

Pass 23 Apr 2007 34,374 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2006 30,679 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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OV02 PXE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.5%.

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 OV02 PXE, 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 OV02 PXE registered?

OV02 PXE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 June 2002.

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