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PK51 VRJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 May 2027
Tests21 (21 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,339 mi
Last recorded28,339 miles
Recorded on6 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK51 VRJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass
Pass 6 May 2026 28,339 miles
Pass 9 May 2025 28,220 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 22 Apr 2024 28,100 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 28,090 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 27 Apr 2022 28,084 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Front discs corroded on inner face advisory (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin Front inner pads at 2 mm min is 1.5 mm wearing thin advisory (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 May 2021 28,059 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective Front wipers smearing slightly advisory (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2020 28,055 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2019 27,937 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2018 27,409 miles

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

Pass 27 Jan 2017 27,102 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2016 26,419 miles
Pass 29 Jan 2015 25,851 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2014 25,325 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2013 25,012 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 24,754 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Jan 2011 24,525 miles

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

front brake discs corroded on inner edges

Pass 19 Jan 2010 23,977 miles

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

front discs badly corroded on inside edges

Pass 21 Jan 2009 22,938 miles

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

Pass 14 Jan 2008 22,061 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2007 21,179 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2006 19,667 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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PK51 VRJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 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 PK51 VRJ, 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

How do I check the history of PK51 VRJ?

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What year was PK51 VRJ registered?

PK51 VRJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is PK51 VRJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK51 VRJ shows 21 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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