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PK52 XCS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

46,882 mi
Last recorded46,882 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 46,882 miles

FRONT AND REAR SUSPENSION WISHBONE ARMS CORRODED.

Pass 26 Nov 2024 46,860 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 46,860 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Nov 2023 46,832 miles
Fail 21 Nov 2023 46,832 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 29 Nov 2022 46,817 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2022 46,815 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2021 46,800 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 46,651 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2019 46,606 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 46,500 miles
Pass 27 May 2017 46,433 miles
Pass 23 May 2016 46,323 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 45,968 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2014 45,439 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2013 44,762 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2012 44,189 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2011 42,725 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 39,258 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 30,962 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 30,962 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2008 30,900 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) locking device insecure (3.5.1l)

Pass 3 Mar 2007 25,199 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 23,270 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2005 22,141 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 XCS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 XCS, 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 XCS registered?

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

Is PK52 XCS safe to buy?

The MOT history for PK52 XCS shows 25 tests with a 84% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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