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RO52 HTA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 May 2027
Tests25 (21 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate84%

Mileage

72,473 mi
Last recorded72,473 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO52 HTA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

21 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 72,473 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2025 71,102 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner wing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced inner wing (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

offside and nearside rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 3 May 2024 69,997 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 25 Apr 2023 68,642 miles

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 May 2022 67,544 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Apr 2021 66,612 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Fail 12 Jan 2021 66,608 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced rear sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced chassis leg (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting corroded but its strength is not seriously reduced chassis leg (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Jan 2020 65,809 miles

Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills , both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 15 Jan 2019 63,266 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills , both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Jan 2019 63,266 miles

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sills , both sides (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 62,112 miles

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

Rear of both sills starting to corrode

Fail 8 Jan 2018 62,112 miles

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

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

Rear of both sills starting to corrode

Pass 19 Jan 2017 60,224 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2016 56,896 miles

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

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

Pass 19 Dec 2014 53,404 miles

General condition represents age of vehicle

Fail 16 Dec 2014 53,322 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

General condition represents age of vehicle

Pass 15 Jan 2014 50,733 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 47,674 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2011 44,303 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2010 41,014 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2009 38,177 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2008 35,201 miles
Pass 2 Jan 2008 31,254 miles

both rear tyres starting to wear low,especially on inner edges

front brake pads starting to wear low

Pass 21 Dec 2006 27,412 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 9 Sep 2005 20,762 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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RO52 HTA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84%.

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 RO52 HTA, 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.

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What year was RO52 HTA registered?

RO52 HTA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 September 2002.

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