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R361 ECR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Bronze Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2022
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

109,108 mi
Last recorded109,108 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR361 ECR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBronze
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2021 109,108 miles

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

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 30 Nov 2021 109,108 miles

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

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 109,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective faded (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Nov 2017 109,088 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 18 Nov 2017 109,088 miles

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Oil leak ()

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

Pass 20 Aug 2016 108,803 miles

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 20 Aug 2016 108,803 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level strong (3.6.G.1b)

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened badly corroded (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Fail 24 Jul 2015 105,594 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

front brake.s slightly out off balance

Pass 24 Jul 2015 105,594 miles

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid close to minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

front brake.s slightly out off balance

Pass 26 Jul 2013 90,578 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2012 88,799 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 86,812 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 84,360 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2010 84,360 miles

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Apr 2009 80,318 miles

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2008 77,824 miles

nearside front chassis damaged

offside front tyre cracking badly

poss: fault centre brake light

Pass 27 Apr 2007 74,509 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2006 67,698 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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R361 ECR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Bronze with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 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 R361 ECR, 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 R361 ECR registered?

R361 ECR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 2002.

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