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RJ02 MKE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

17,834 mi
Last recorded17,834 miles
Recorded on20 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ02 MKE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 20 Jan 2026 17,834 miles

advise all suspensions arms front and rear corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2024 17,716 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2023 17,279 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2022 17,033 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,889 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 15,259 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2017 14,168 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 13,085 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 13,062 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2012 12,454 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2010 12,067 miles
Pass 13 May 2009 11,685 miles
Pass 14 May 2008 11,341 miles
Pass 2 May 2007 10,378 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2006 9,030 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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RJ02 MKE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 RJ02 MKE, 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 RJ02 MKE registered?

RJ02 MKE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 May 2002.

Is RJ02 MKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for RJ02 MKE shows 15 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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