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SY52 GHX

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Sep 2024
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

52,350 mi
Last recorded52,350 miles
Recorded on23 Sep 2023
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSY52 GHX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Sep 2023 52,350 miles

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

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

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 51,946 miles

Offside Rear outer sill is corroded

Pass 15 May 2017 51,872 miles
Fail 21 Apr 2017 51,870 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 7 Oct 2014 51,414 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2013 50,700 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2013 50,695 miles

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Oct 2012 48,011 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 43,772 miles

brake pipe to n/s/r flexy slightly corroded

Pass 26 Aug 2010 39,494 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 34,697 miles

o/s/r tyre worn on shoulder

rear pads low

Pass 30 Jul 2008 30,767 miles

rear tyres on wear indicators 195/50x15-82v

Pass 13 Aug 2007 28,373 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2006 24,279 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2005 18,483 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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SY52 GHX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

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 SY52 GHX, 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 SY52 GHX registered?

SY52 GHX is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is SY52 GHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for SY52 GHX shows 15 tests with a 86.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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