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RF02 UXO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Dec 2018
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

96,170 mi
Last recorded96,170 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 UXO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Dec 2017 96,170 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2017 96,170 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Fail 26 Oct 2017 96,165 miles

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened inner face (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear Braking system leaking caliper (3.6.A.1)

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

Pass 4 Aug 2016 80,302 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2015 76,479 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Fail 2 Jun 2015 76,348 miles

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

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Jun 2014 68,823 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 61,702 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 61,701 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2012 57,429 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2011 52,355 miles

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

Pass 27 Sep 2010 39,424 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2010 34,275 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 31,876 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 28,231 miles

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

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Jul 2007 20,558 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2006 17,295 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2006 17,176 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 UXO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 RF02 UXO, 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 UXO registered?

RF02 UXO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 July 2002.

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The MOT history for RF02 UXO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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