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RY02 TNO

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 May 2022
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

14,203 mi
Last recorded14,203 miles
Recorded on16 May 2021
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRY02 TNO
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 May 2021 14,203 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 13,909 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2018 13,607 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 12,296 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2015 12,296 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Dec 2014 12,041 miles
Fail 10 Dec 2014 12,041 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 10 Dec 2013 11,983 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2012 11,547 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 10,246 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 9,531 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2008 8,932 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2007 8,201 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2006 7,213 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2006 7,213 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 23 Dec 2005 4,075 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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RY02 TNO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 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 RY02 TNO, 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 RY02 TNO registered?

RY02 TNO is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 May 2002.

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The MOT history for RY02 TNO shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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