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RK02 LKL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

81,227 mi
Last recorded81,227 miles
Recorded on26 Apr 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRK02 LKL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 26 Apr 2024 81,227 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2023 78,977 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2023 75,723 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 71,970 miles

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

gearbox oil leak tail shaft oil seal

Fail 4 Dec 2021 71,970 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Road wheel fixing missing (5.2.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

gearbox oil leak tail shaft oil seal

Pass 26 Nov 2020 65,360 miles
Pass 15 May 2019 52,252 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2018 45,013 miles
Pass 9 May 2017 42,310 miles

covers & shields fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 10 May 2016 38,747 miles
Pass 8 May 2015 37,449 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 35,252 miles
Fail 6 May 2014 35,252 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 May 2013 31,378 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 May 2012 27,700 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2011 24,364 miles
Pass 5 May 2010 21,418 miles
Pass 7 May 2009 20,687 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,445 miles
Pass 7 Apr 2007 16,026 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2006 12,902 miles

Front wiper blades slightly split.

Rear number plate has slight weathering damage. However it is still readable.

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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RK02 LKL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 RK02 LKL, 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 RK02 LKL registered?

RK02 LKL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 April 2002.

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The MOT history for RK02 LKL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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