CarVerify

Free Car Check

WG02 GDJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests12 (7 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate58.3%

Mileage

100,335 mi
Last recorded100,335 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG02 GDJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

7 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 100,335 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 17 Apr 2014 95,954 miles

corrosion to under side of vehicle

Fail 1 May 2013 94,784 miles

Much of the underside suspension / steering / braking / exhaust components exhibit surface corrosion

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

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Oil leak

Pass 1 May 2013 94,784 miles

Much of the underside suspension / steering / braking / exhaust components exhibit surface corrosion

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

Oil leak

Pass 9 Jul 2009 81,055 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2009 81,055 miles

Brake master cylinder fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1e)

Brake performance not tested (3.7.A.1)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2008 73,287 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn irregular on inner edge

offside rear brake slightly binding

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Fail 14 Jul 2008 73,040 miles

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

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

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

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

nearside front tyre worn irregular on inner edge

offside rear brake slightly binding

undertray fitted not allowing full inspection

Pass 16 Jul 2007 57,648 miles

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

Fail 16 Jul 2007 57,648 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Offside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

Pass 20 Jul 2006 45,581 miles
Fail 20 Jul 2006 45,581 miles

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

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

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

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

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
Full Mazda MX-5 reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

WG02 GDJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 58.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WG02 GDJ, 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

How do I check the history of WG02 GDJ?

You can check the full history of WG02 GDJ by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was WG02 GDJ registered?

WG02 GDJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 June 2002.

Is WG02 GDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for WG02 GDJ shows 12 tests with a 58.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does WG02 GDJ have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on WG02 GDJ. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.