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ST02 UKH

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Apr 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

96,123 mi
Last recorded96,123 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationST02 UKH
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2026 96,123 miles

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

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

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front and rear subframes and suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Nearside Rear Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Fail 14 Mar 2026 96,091 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive Engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Front and rear subframes and suspension components corroded but not seriously weakened

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2024 95,785 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front and rear subframe and suspension components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both outer sills bubbling with corrosion but not weak

Pass 6 Jul 2023 95,251 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material N/S AND O/S CORRODED (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced OUTER SILLS AT WHEELARCH RIMS N/S AND O/S (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheelarch rims n/s and o/s (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2021 94,627 miles

cat heat shield corroded

Fail 10 Sep 2021 94,620 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

cat heat shield corroded

Pass 6 Sep 2018 81,275 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 79,631 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin offside and nearside (3.5.1g)

exhaust system corroded

under-body heavily corroded

undertray heavily corroded

Pass 12 Apr 2017 74,664 miles

exhaust corroded

Pass 23 Jun 2016 74,586 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 74,398 miles

underbody & suspension units corroded

Fail 8 Jun 2015 74,352 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

underbody & suspension units corroded

Pass 9 Jun 2014 74,221 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 74,105 miles
Pass 31 May 2012 73,940 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2011 73,517 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 73,517 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Apr 2010 72,005 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2010 72,003 miles

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

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 27 Apr 2009 62,243 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2008 49,686 miles
Fail 17 Apr 2008 49,684 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2007 36,916 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2006 32,708 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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ST02 UKH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 ST02 UKH, 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 ST02 UKH registered?

ST02 UKH is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 July 2002.

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