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RF02 UXY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

45,805 mi
Last recorded45,805 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF02 UXY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 45,805 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2025 45,363 miles
Pass 4 May 2021 44,920 miles
Pass 28 May 2020 44,899 miles
Pass 23 May 2019 44,804 miles
Pass 16 May 2018 44,258 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 43,809 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2016 43,518 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2015 42,474 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 41,575 miles
Pass 11 May 2013 40,336 miles
Fail 8 May 2013 40,536 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Pass 14 May 2010 37,766 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 1 Jun 2009 28,825 miles

front tyres 2mm of tread o/s/r tyre 2mm tread

Fail 1 Jun 2009 28,825 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

front tyres 2mm of tread o/s/r tyre 2mm tread

Pass 29 May 2008 21,590 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2007 20,863 miles

front and offside rear tyres have 3mm of tread

handbrake cable excess travel

offside front tyre has metal object in tread

Pass 3 Jun 2006 19,853 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 UXY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 UXY, 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 RF02 UXY registered?

RF02 UXY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 June 2002.

Is RF02 UXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for RF02 UXY shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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