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SB02 DXW

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Nov 2020
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

48,210 mi
Last recorded48,210 miles
Recorded on29 Nov 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSB02 DXW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Nov 2019 48,210 miles
Fail 17 May 2019 48,210 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Oct 2014 46,359 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2013 44,653 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 4 Sep 2012 42,818 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 25 Aug 2011 40,540 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2010 37,479 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 35,134 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2008 26,620 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Pass 4 Jul 2008 26,620 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 25 Oct 2007 21,076 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2007 19,496 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2006 15,238 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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SB02 DXW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

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 SB02 DXW, 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 SB02 DXW registered?

SB02 DXW is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is SB02 DXW safe to buy?

The MOT history for SB02 DXW shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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