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PK52 XCO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Sep 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

28,606 mi
Last recorded28,606 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPK52 XCO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 28,606 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 27,427 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 25,355 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2022 22,414 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside front (5.3.3 (b) (i))

general underbody corroded/undersealed

Pass 7 Jan 2020 22,194 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2019 20,362 miles

brake discs rusty

Pass 16 Jan 2018 19,856 miles
Pass 9 Jan 2017 19,351 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2015 18,835 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2014 18,392 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2013 17,717 miles

n/s front brake binding slightly

Pass 12 Dec 2012 17,171 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2011 16,544 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Nov 2011 16,544 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 15,017 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2010 15,017 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

front brake discs worn

Pass 15 Dec 2009 14,101 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2009 14,062 miles

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod insecure (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Nov 2008 12,604 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2008 12,604 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Nov 2007 11,458 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2006 10,671 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2006 10,671 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Nov 2005 9,635 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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PK52 XCO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

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 PK52 XCO, 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 PK52 XCO registered?

PK52 XCO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 November 2002.

Is PK52 XCO safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK52 XCO shows 24 tests with a 79.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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