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PTT 741

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests22 (21 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.5%

Mileage

36,094 mi
Last recorded36,094 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPTT 741
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 36,094 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near roll bar mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 35,262 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2024 34,501 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch at roll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2024 34,501 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine level on min (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch at roll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Mar 2023 33,605 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch at roll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Mar 2022 32,615 miles

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive arch at roll bar mounting point (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2021 31,408 miles

Nearside Rear wheel / brake has restricted free movement / advise further investigation

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

Pass 10 Mar 2020 30,849 miles

Nearside Rear wheel / brake has restricted free movement

Pass 12 Mar 2019 30,254 miles

nearside rear wheel/brake has slight restricted free movement

Pass 27 Mar 2018 29,718 miles

nearside rear brake has slight restricted free movement

Pass 3 Apr 2017 29,069 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2016 28,170 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 26,932 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 25,455 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2013 23,992 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2012 22,762 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 21,076 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2010 19,879 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2009 18,136 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2008 16,182 miles

both rear tyres 3.0 mmm (less edges)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 14,349 miles

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

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

Pass 28 Mar 2006 12,355 miles

both front tyres 3-4 mm where testable (less on edges.... n/s/f devoid..)

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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PTT 741 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.5%.

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 PTT 741, 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 PTT 741 registered?

PTT 741 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 April 2002.

Is PTT 741 safe to buy?

The MOT history for PTT 741 shows 22 tests with a 95.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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