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OV52 ODS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Nov 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

121,580 mi
Last recorded121,580 miles
Recorded on2 Nov 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOV52 ODS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 2 Nov 2020 121,580 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2019 119,648 miles

Front chassis corrodeed

sills corroded

Pass 22 Nov 2018 116,863 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 116,280 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2017 113,980 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (7.1.2)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded To the rack (2.3.2)

Fail 15 Apr 2017 113,980 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Rear silencer (7.1.2)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded To the rack (2.3.2)

Pass 16 Apr 2016 102,475 miles

Centre Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Apr 2015 92,898 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 84,144 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2013 75,434 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 67,197 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 67,197 miles

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Fail 27 Apr 2011 61,326 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2011 61,326 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2010 50,676 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 48,546 miles

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

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 48,546 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2007 44,348 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2006 39,876 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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OV52 ODS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 OV52 ODS, 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 OV52 ODS registered?

OV52 ODS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 October 2002.

Is OV52 ODS safe to buy?

The MOT history for OV52 ODS shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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