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SP02 WWS

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests14 (13 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.9%

Mileage

69,947 mi
Last recorded69,947 miles
Recorded on7 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP02 WWS
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Jun 2026 69,947 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 66,625 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2024 65,273 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2023 62,530 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 57,666 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 55,940 miles
Fail 9 May 2013 55,940 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

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

Pass 24 May 2012 51,976 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2011 50,464 miles

Oil leak

Pass 22 Jun 2010 48,408 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2009 45,731 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2008 43,492 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2007 39,423 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2006 36,766 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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SP02 WWS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.9%.

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 SP02 WWS, 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 SP02 WWS registered?

SP02 WWS is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 May 2002.

Is SP02 WWS safe to buy?

The MOT history for SP02 WWS shows 14 tests with a 92.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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