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W5 MXV

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Aug 2020
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

89,821 mi
Last recorded89,821 miles
Recorded on15 Aug 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW5 MXV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Aug 2019 89,821 miles

General under body corrosion

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Wheel arch corroded

Oil leak from engine

Pass 11 Sep 2018 83,560 miles

Corroded underneath

Inner and outer sills corroded

Pass 29 Sep 2017 76,606 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2017 76,606 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Oct 2016 71,985 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 66,771 miles
Fail 17 Sep 2015 66,766 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

both front tyres worn on edges

both rear tyres close to limit

coil spring corroded both rear (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 20 Mar 2015 65,346 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 63,247 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 27 Mar 2013 60,688 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 57,651 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

air bag warning light seen on during test.

Pass 21 Mar 2011 54,397 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2010 51,205 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2009 45,849 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 18 Mar 2008 35,246 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2007 29,808 miles

slight cut in n s r tyre sidewall and tread

under engine cover fitted

Pass 27 Mar 2006 24,614 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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W5 MXV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

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 W5 MXV, 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 W5 MXV registered?

W5 MXV is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is W5 MXV safe to buy?

The MOT history for W5 MXV shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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