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RF02 UXD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Nov 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,459 mi
Last recorded37,459 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 UXD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 6 Nov 2025 37,459 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2024 36,739 miles
Pass 12 May 2023 35,363 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2022 34,927 miles

slight age related underbody corrosion.

Pass 21 Apr 2021 34,128 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Apr 2020 33,741 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2019 32,783 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 31,668 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2017 30,106 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2016 28,757 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2015 27,576 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2014 26,012 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2012 23,571 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2011 21,568 miles
Pass 26 May 2010 18,860 miles
Pass 28 May 2009 17,447 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 15,557 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2007 13,341 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2006 12,199 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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RF02 UXD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 RF02 UXD, 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 RF02 UXD registered?

RF02 UXD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 6 July 2002.

Is RF02 UXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 UXD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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