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SD02 AMX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Jul 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

73,978 mi
Last recorded73,978 miles
Recorded on19 Jul 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSD02 AMX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Jul 2016 73,978 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 73,962 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 73,580 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Apr 2013 72,117 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 2 Apr 2012 68,339 miles

all suspension corroded

front brake discs slightly pitted

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Fail 27 Mar 2012 68,339 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

all suspension corroded

front brake discs slightly pitted

rear brake discs slightly pitted

Pass 4 Mar 2011 63,964 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 63,483 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jan 2009 59,638 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2008 54,634 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2008 54,634 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Apr 2007 48,378 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2006 40,140 miles

nail in nearside rear tyre

oil leak from engine/gearbox area

rear exhaust joint heavily corroded

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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SD02 AMX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc 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 SD02 AMX, 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 SD02 AMX registered?

SD02 AMX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 April 2002.

Is SD02 AMX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SD02 AMX 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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