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P5 GPM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

52,280 mi
Last recorded52,280 miles
Recorded on1 Aug 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP5 GPM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 1 Aug 2026 52,280 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2025 52,229 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2024 52,068 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 51,777 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2022 51,634 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2021 51,401 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 51,195 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2019 50,654 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 49,865 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2017 47,381 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2016 46,145 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2015 45,184 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2014 44,341 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2012 43,411 miles

rear sills corroded

Pass 18 Oct 2011 42,769 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2010 41,483 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 39,530 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2008 30,853 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2007 24,472 miles

front wiper blades split but clearing screen

Pass 4 Sep 2006 18,539 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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P5 GPM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P5 GPM, 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 P5 GPM registered?

P5 GPM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is P5 GPM safe to buy?

The MOT history for P5 GPM shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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