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PL02 OLO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Aug 2023
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,627 mi
Last recorded99,627 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL02 OLO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2022 99,627 miles

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

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

Fail 31 Aug 2022 99,627 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working 501 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 26 Apr 2022 99,616 miles

Nearside Front Lower Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wing (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working side light (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner brake disc stone guard badly corroded

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

Offside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 95,564 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 92,140 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 87,168 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 82,418 miles
Pass 21 May 2016 79,534 miles
Fail 21 May 2016 79,534 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 23 May 2015 76,766 miles
Pass 14 May 2014 73,529 miles

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 13 May 2014 73,524 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 29 May 2013 71,863 miles
Pass 23 May 2012 69,167 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Oil leak

rear suspension arms corroded

Fail 23 May 2012 69,167 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

rear suspension arms corroded

Pass 26 May 2011 66,594 miles
Fail 24 May 2010 63,514 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 24 May 2010 63,514 miles
Fail 26 May 2009 54,986 miles

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 26 May 2009 54,986 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 44,451 miles
Pass 29 May 2007 33,071 miles
Fail 19 May 2007 32,569 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

brake warning lamp illuminated

handbrake cover insecure

reverse lamp switc has wires cut

Pass 20 May 2006 21,919 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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PL02 OLO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PL02 OLO, 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 PL02 OLO registered?

PL02 OLO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 June 2002.

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