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RE52 JXL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

76,383 mi
Last recorded76,383 miles
Recorded on17 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRE52 JXL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 Sep 2025 76,383 miles

Front Subframe and suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe and suspension components corroded

Underbody Corroded

Fail 9 Sep 2025 76,226 miles

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

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Front Subframe and suspension components corroded

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front wing corroded

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Subframe and suspension components corroded

Underbody Corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2024 66,696 miles

Front Subframe and suspension components corroded

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Subframe and suspension components corroded

Pass 16 Sep 2023 60,104 miles

Underbody Corroded

Fail 15 Sep 2023 60,103 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Outer Sill Corroded & Holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Underbody Corroded

Pass 15 Sep 2022 52,761 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 52,389 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2020 51,961 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2020 51,961 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 5 Sep 2019 51,693 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2018 50,659 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2017 49,425 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2017 49,425 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2016 47,782 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2015 46,575 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2014 44,756 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 43,180 miles

n/s rear outer sill rusty

Pass 18 Sep 2012 41,832 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 40,496 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2010 38,958 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 37,048 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 34,654 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2007 33,559 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2006 30,492 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 29 Aug 2006 30,492 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2005 26,768 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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RE52 JXL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 RE52 JXL, 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 RE52 JXL registered?

RE52 JXL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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