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VN02 FBV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jun 2027
Tests23 (21 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate91.3%

Mileage

63,428 mi
Last recorded63,428 miles
Recorded on6 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 FBV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 2 fail
Pass 6 Jun 2026 63,428 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2026 63,428 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2025 63,070 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2024 62,405 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2023 61,375 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2022 60,389 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2021 58,613 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2020 57,694 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2019 55,931 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2018 53,330 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2017 50,511 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2016 47,410 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 45,692 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2014 43,110 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 40,944 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2012 38,968 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 37,734 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2010 36,876 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2009 34,111 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2008 31,297 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2007 27,885 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2006 24,028 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Handbrake requires adjustment

Fail 14 Jun 2006 24,028 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Handbrake requires adjustment

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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VN02 FBV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.3%.

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 VN02 FBV, 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 VN02 FBV registered?

VN02 FBV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 June 2002.

Is VN02 FBV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN02 FBV shows 23 tests with a 91.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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