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PF02 LGL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

81,227 mi
Last recorded81,227 miles
Recorded on16 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPF02 LGL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Fail 16 Aug 2024 81,227 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced CHASSIS BEHIND WHEEL HOLED (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO REAR (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened ALL SUSPENSION CORRODED (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jun 2024 81,198 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering pipe/hose damaged such that the steering is adversely affected NEAR COOLER PIPE (2.1.5 (g) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

BOTH FRONT TYRE WORN TO MIN SPEC

FRONT BRAKE DISC OVER HEATED AND FLUCTUATIONS

Pass 4 Jul 2023 79,422 miles

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre pipe to rear (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin both fronts (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2021 78,574 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2020 78,230 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Aug 2019 77,906 miles

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Aug 2018 77,477 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2017 76,682 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 75,354 miles

Nearside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Jun 2015 73,160 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2014 73,021 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 73,007 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2013 73,007 miles

Offside Rear Braking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2012 69,169 miles

Nearside front wiper split

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

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

Pass 4 Aug 2010 65,384 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 61,128 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2008 56,552 miles
Pass 2 Oct 2007
Pass 3 Jun 2006 45,802 miles

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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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PF02 LGL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 PF02 LGL, 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.

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What year was PF02 LGL registered?

PF02 LGL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 May 2002.

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