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VN02 FCD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2027
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

28,260 mi
Last recorded28,260 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVN02 FCD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 28,260 miles
Pass 22 May 2025 28,083 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 27,967 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 27,489 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2020 27,391 miles
Pass 16 May 2019 27,928 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 25,666 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 23,035 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 22,862 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2015 22,056 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2014 20,692 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 19,027 miles

Oil leak

Pass 17 May 2012 17,382 miles

Oil leak

Pass 25 May 2011 16,350 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2010 14,576 miles
Pass 26 May 2009 12,509 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 10,417 miles
Pass 30 May 2007 8,776 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 7,264 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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VN02 FCD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FCD, 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 FCD registered?

VN02 FCD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 June 2002.

Is VN02 FCD safe to buy?

The MOT history for VN02 FCD shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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