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SK52 FVD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Nov 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

108,994 mi
Last recorded108,994 miles
Recorded on30 Nov 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 FVD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Nov 2015 108,994 miles

Both front brake discs are pitted

Both front brake pipes are slightly corroded

Both rear link rods have play in ball joint

Both rear tyres re worn close to the legal limit

Rear number plate deteriorated

n/s rear brake pipe is corroded

Fail 30 Nov 2015 108,993 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)

Both front brake discs are pitted

Both front brake pipes are slightly corroded

Both rear link rods have play in ball joint

Both rear tyres re worn close to the legal limit

Rear number plate deteriorated

n/s rear brake pipe is corroded

Pass 29 Nov 2014 100,911 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 90,367 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 82,575 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 80,811 miles

exhaust system rusty

Pass 8 Feb 2011 74,828 miles

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 10 Mar 2010 69,698 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 4 Mar 2009 61,750 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 51,286 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 41,390 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2007 41,390 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

Offside Windscreen wiper not operating automatically when switched on (8.2.1b)

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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SK52 FVD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 SK52 FVD, 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 SK52 FVD registered?

SK52 FVD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2002.

Is SK52 FVD safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 FVD shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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