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RAZ 3537

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 May 2025
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

142,013 mi
Last recorded142,013 miles
Recorded on7 May 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRAZ 3537
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 May 2024 142,013 miles
Fail 7 May 2024 142,013 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 May 2023 141,966 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 141,781 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 141,496 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2019 141,072 miles
Pass 31 May 2018 140,825 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 140,607 miles
Pass 31 May 2016 140,062 miles

both front & n/s/r tyres perished & cracked

oil leak

Fail 23 May 2016 140,050 miles

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

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front & n/s/r tyres perished & cracked

oil leak

Pass 26 May 2015 139,543 miles

corrosion to n/s sill

cracks to n/s/f & o/s/f & n/s/r tyres

oil leak

Pass 28 May 2014 138,998 miles

cracks to both front tyres & n/s/r tyre

Pass 20 May 2013 137,902 miles

Slight cracks to both front and neaside rear tyres.

Pass 1 Jun 2012 137,009 miles
Fail 28 May 2012 136,963 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 May 2011 132,597 miles
Pass 25 May 2010 130,020 miles
Fail 25 May 2010 129,978 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 May 2009 128,296 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 122,136 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2007 114,611 miles
Pass 4 May 2006 84,855 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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RAZ 3537 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 RAZ 3537, 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

How do I check the history of RAZ 3537?

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What year was RAZ 3537 registered?

RAZ 3537 is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 January 2002.

Is RAZ 3537 safe to buy?

The MOT history for RAZ 3537 shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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