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PJ02 PRV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Apr 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

73,961 mi
Last recorded73,961 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPJ02 PRV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2025 73,961 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Mar 2025 73,949 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 73,654 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 73,343 miles

Excessive corrosion in outer sill (not structural)

Fail 7 Feb 2023 73,339 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Excessive corrosion in outer sill (not structural)

Pass 13 Jan 2022 72,384 miles

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Rear Lower outer wheel arch heavily corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jan 2022 72,382 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake fluid close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower outer wheel arch heavily corroded

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jan 2021 69,352 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

all suspension components slight corrosion

Pass 28 Jun 2019 68,390 miles
Pass 25 May 2018 68,252 miles

corrosion on suspension parts

Pass 11 May 2017 67,850 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 67,480 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 67,110 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2013 66,462 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 65,777 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2011 64,859 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2010 63,978 miles
Pass 2 May 2008 62,574 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2007 61,153 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2006 49,903 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 PRV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 PRV, 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 PRV registered?

PJ02 PRV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 3 May 2002.

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