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WK02 LME

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 May 2016
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

115,614 mi
Last recorded115,614 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2015
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWK02 LME
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2015 115,614 miles

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

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)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 30 Apr 2014 110,801 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 106,521 miles
Pass 4 May 2012 103,827 miles
Pass 4 May 2011 100,868 miles

Nearside rear outer sill corroded within the seat belt prescribed area but does not seriously affect the seat belt mounting's strength

radiator core leaking

Pass 4 May 2010 97,178 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

radiator core slightly deteriorated

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 5 May 2009 87,722 miles

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

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

front registration plate slightly deteriorated

parking brake lever has little reserve travel

rear registration plate slightly deteriorated

Pass 2 May 2008 75,198 miles

front and rear number plates slightly deteriorated but still legible

Pass 4 May 2007 62,775 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 5 May 2006 50,579 miles
Fail 5 May 2006 50,579 miles

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

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

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

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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WK02 LME is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 WK02 LME, 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 WK02 LME registered?

WK02 LME is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 7 May 2002.

Is WK02 LME safe to buy?

The MOT history for WK02 LME shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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