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RJ02 PXF

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 May 2019
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

71,472 mi
Last recorded71,472 miles
Recorded on17 May 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRJ02 PXF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 17 May 2018 71,472 miles
Pass 19 May 2017 68,572 miles
Fail 19 May 2017 68,572 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 6 May 2016 66,422 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2016 66,420 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded Offside Front Chassis At Anti Roll Bar Mounting (2.4.A.3)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Tyre worn close to the legal limit And Both Rear Tyres Perished (4.1.E.1)

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively 18% (3.7.B.3)

Pass 19 May 2015 61,323 miles

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside front brake binding

Offside front tyre perished

Fail 16 May 2015 61,219 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside front tyre perished

Offside front brake binding

Offside front tyre perished

Pass 17 May 2014 55,367 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 May 2013 53,558 miles
Fail 24 May 2013 53,558 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 22 May 2012 52,435 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 44,878 miles
Fail 6 May 2011 44,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose twisted (found during steering lock to lock check) (2.2.D.2b)

Pass 28 Apr 2010 40,363 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 32,732 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2008 22,945 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2007 15,785 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2006 10,667 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 PXF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 PXF, 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 PXF registered?

RJ02 PXF is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 April 2002.

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The MOT history for RJ02 PXF shows 18 tests with a 72.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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