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VX02 OUL

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

134,625 mi
Last recorded134,625 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVX02 OUL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 134,625 miles

Body work corroded in places

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened x2 (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2023 132,375 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 131,140 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2020 129,438 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2019 121,126 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2018 112,941 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2017 106,557 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 91,915 miles
Fail 5 Dec 2016 91,911 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Dec 2015 83,397 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 76,005 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2014 74,416 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2014 74,415 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 73,532 miles

nearside brake disc slightly rusty

slight oil leak

Pass 10 Feb 2012 72,075 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 9 Feb 2012 72,075 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 14 Feb 2011 70,451 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 66,948 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2009 61,610 miles
Pass 29 Feb 2008 55,261 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2007 49,317 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2006 42,280 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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VX02 OUL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 VX02 OUL, 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 VX02 OUL registered?

VX02 OUL is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2002.

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The MOT history for VX02 OUL shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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