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SL02 XTX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Green Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Apr 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

67,169 mi
Last recorded67,169 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 XTX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Fail 18 Jun 2024 67,169 miles

Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

exhaust corroded

Pass 13 Apr 2023 66,164 miles

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust corroded

Fail 12 Apr 2023 66,163 miles

Brake disc significantly and obviously worn all (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 20 Apr 2022 65,717 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))

Power steering ram has slight seepage from a joint (2.1.5 (a))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both inner and outer sills (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 24 Sep 2020 65,090 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2020 65,090 miles

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 62,347 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 58,500 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

some brake pipes covered by grease

Pass 6 Apr 2017 57,095 miles

Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)

brake pipes covered by grease

Pass 31 Mar 2016 53,566 miles

brake pipes coated in grease unable to fully inspect

Pass 31 Mar 2015 48,532 miles

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

Pass 5 Apr 2014 43,729 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2013 39,203 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2012 38,355 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2011 36,290 miles
Pass 13 May 2010 34,174 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 32,555 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2008 31,288 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Apr 2007 29,666 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2006 27,633 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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SL02 XTX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Green with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 SL02 XTX, 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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SL02 XTX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 March 2002.

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