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RL52 ONM

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

96,549 mi
Last recorded96,549 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL52 ONM
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 96,549 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2016 96,549 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 88,391 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 80,654 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2014 80,654 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 27 Aug 2013 74,973 miles

Nearside rear tyre perishing.

Offside rear tyre perishing.

Pass 14 Sep 2012 69,308 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2011 62,228 miles
Fail 24 Oct 2011 62,228 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 16 Oct 2010 58,645 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 54,429 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2008 50,395 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2007 46,242 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 35,957 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2006 35,957 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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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RL52 ONM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 RL52 ONM, 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 RL52 ONM registered?

RL52 ONM is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 September 2002.

Is RL52 ONM safe to buy?

The MOT history for RL52 ONM shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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