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PJ02 DLU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2025
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

107,467 mi
Last recorded107,467 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 DLU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2024 107,467 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Body panel slightly loose Lower wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Oct 2022 101,662 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2022 101,645 miles

Exhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength MAIN CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength MAIN CHASSIS (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength SILL (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Apr 2021 101,147 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sills/suspension areas etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Apr 2021 101,047 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear handbrake performance weak

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced floor/sills/suspension areas etc (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2020 88,982 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2019 86,228 miles

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

Engine Cover/Under Trays Fitted

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Nearside and Offside (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin Nearside and Offside (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Under Body, Chassis, Brake and Suspension Components Corroded

Vehicle Heavily Under Sealed

Vehicle Heavily Under Sealed

Pass 13 Mar 2018 80,061 miles

Engine covers/Under trays fitted

corrosion on suspension components and brake components(front and rear)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 77,610 miles

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

general corrosion at prescribed area + suspension components

Pass 14 Mar 2016 70,083 miles

general corrosion at prescribed area+suspension components

Pass 23 Mar 2015 60,945 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2014 54,164 miles

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

Pass 27 Feb 2013 50,228 miles
Fail 27 Feb 2013 50,227 miles

Nearside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside Rear rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 47,357 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 46,542 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2010 45,979 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 44,613 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2008 36,520 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2007 26,424 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2006 15,880 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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PJ02 DLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 PJ02 DLU, 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 PJ02 DLU registered?

PJ02 DLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2002.

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