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SL02 XZX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

85,246 mi
Last recorded85,246 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSL02 XZX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2026 85,246 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2026 85,227 miles

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush All (5.3.2 (c))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened All (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Jun 2025 79,920 miles

Corrosion Through Out Under Body , Braking And All Suspension Components

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 22 May 2025 79,916 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Corrosion Through Out Under Body , Braking And All Suspension Components

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 May 2024 74,607 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 74,607 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Brake hydraulic reservoir close to minimum mark (1.1.10 (d) (i))

Pass 24 Apr 2023 68,510 miles

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Rear Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under Body All Braking And Suspension Components Covered In Under Seal. Unable To Fully Inspect

Under Body Covers Fitted

Fail 24 Apr 2023 68,507 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Inner Sill / Floor (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both Rear Brakes (1.2.1 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Front Tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Under Body All Braking And Suspension Components Covered In Under Seal. Unable To Fully Inspect

Under Body Covers Fitted

Pass 26 Apr 2022 64,234 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 7 May 2021 62,742 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2019 61,304 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2018 59,602 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2017 58,857 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 56,651 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2015 55,540 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 54,176 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2013 52,548 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2012 48,091 miles

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2012 48,091 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

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

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

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

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 22 Jun 2011 43,230 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 39,334 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 34,815 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 29,778 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly reduced damping effect (2.7.5)

Pass 22 Jun 2007 23,099 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2006 15,813 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2005 14,222 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 XZX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 XZX, 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 SL02 XZX registered?

SL02 XZX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 April 2002.

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