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RF52 YHY

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Dec 2026
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

95,668 mi
Last recorded95,668 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRF52 YHY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 26 Nov 2025 95,668 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2024 93,264 miles

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 7 Dec 2023 90,679 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 86,108 miles

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all suspension arms (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2021 84,792 miles

Offside Rear wheel stiff to rotate

Pass 2 Dec 2020 83,590 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2019 81,636 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 78,657 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 74,955 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2016 71,687 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2015 68,914 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2014 64,665 miles

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

Pass 26 Nov 2013 59,700 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

nearside front wheel bearing not checked due to brake binding slightly

Pass 27 Nov 2012 55,569 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2011 51,830 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 47,090 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2009 42,424 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2008 37,784 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2007 33,332 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2006 27,972 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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RF52 YHY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 RF52 YHY, 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 RF52 YHY registered?

RF52 YHY is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 20 December 2002.

Is RF52 YHY safe to buy?

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