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PX02 UVS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

92,575 mi
Last recorded92,575 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPX02 UVS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2025 92,575 miles
Pass 24 May 2024 89,593 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/r corner valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Underside heavily undersealed

Fail 22 May 2024 89,590 miles

Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Both sides rear sections of sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All greased (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Both rear wheel arches (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced o/s/r corner valance (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Underside heavily undersealed

Pass 25 May 2023 88,177 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jul 2022 87,509 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 86,362 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2021 86,362 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength In the wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner sill has excessive corrosion (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength In the wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Both front brake back plates are corroded/deteriorated

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive In the wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2020 84,880 miles

Nearside front brake back plate deteriorated/corroded

Offside front brake back plate deteriorated/corroded

Pass 23 Jul 2019 83,794 miles

Nearside front brake back plate deteriorated/corroded

Offside front brake back plate deteriorated/corroded

Pass 27 Jun 2018 80,531 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2017 76,066 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2016 71,298 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2015 66,004 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 63,924 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 59,550 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2012 55,529 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 51,368 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 48,991 miles

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

both front discs slightly pitted

Pass 19 Jun 2009 43,679 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 26 Jun 2008 38,913 miles

Both front tyres have cuts in the side walls but do not expose any cords.

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

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 29 May 2007 31,190 miles

front tyres starting to perish

Pass 21 Jun 2006 28,230 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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PX02 UVS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 PX02 UVS, 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 PX02 UVS registered?

PX02 UVS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

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The MOT history for PX02 UVS shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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