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WF02 HNP

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jun 2027
Tests24 (21 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,906 mi
Last recorded72,906 miles
Recorded on20 Jun 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF02 HNP
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

21 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Jun 2026 72,906 miles
Fail 20 Jun 2026 72,906 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 May 2025 72,272 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2024 71,422 miles

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened ALL FOUR REAR (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 24 May 2024 71,405 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 May 2023 71,240 miles
Pass 21 May 2022 70,347 miles
Pass 21 May 2021 69,471 miles
Pass 20 May 2020 69,065 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2019 67,935 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2018 64,399 miles

near side rear outer sill starting to corrode

rear no plate blemmishing

Pass 10 Apr 2017 62,425 miles

rear no plate slight blemmish

slight corrosion emerging to near side outer sill

Fail 10 Apr 2017 62,425 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

rear no plate slight blemmish

slight corrosion emerging to near side outer sill

Pass 8 Apr 2016 55,897 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 47,348 miles

rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Jun 2014 45,784 miles

play in n/s/r suspension link balljoint

wipers smear

Pass 8 Jun 2013 43,560 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2012 38,720 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 2 Jun 2011 32,827 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2010 27,611 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 5 Jun 2009 22,267 miles
Pass 27 May 2008 18,191 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

Pass 24 May 2007 13,834 miles
Pass 31 May 2006 9,895 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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WF02 HNP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 WF02 HNP, 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 WF02 HNP registered?

WF02 HNP is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 10 May 2002.

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