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SK52 FWX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

76,080 mi
Last recorded76,080 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2017
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSK52 FWX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2017 76,080 miles

Body has slight corrosion all under vehicle sills, suspension components & chassis (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 185/60r14 (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Sep 2016 74,364 miles

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

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

bothside front wings corroded

bothside sills corroded

exhaust corroded

floor corroded

front and rear subframes corroded

suspension arms corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2015 70,118 miles

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

both front wings and both rear wheel arches corroded

front and rear sbframes and suspension arms corroded

Pass 18 Jul 2014 66,269 miles

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

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

both front wings corroded

exhaust corroded

floor corroded

front and rear subframes corroded

rear coil springs corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2013 57,585 miles
Pass 2 May 2012 38,924 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2011 33,470 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2011 33,470 miles

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 17 Sep 2010 32,194 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2009 29,176 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 26,343 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 23,172 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 19,522 miles

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

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

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 FWX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 FWX, 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 SK52 FWX registered?

SK52 FWX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 September 2002.

Is SK52 FWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SK52 FWX shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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