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WN52 LNK

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 May 2026
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

103,308 mi
Last recorded103,308 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWN52 LNK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Fail 5 May 2026 103,308 miles

Nearside Outer Integral body structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced outer sill holed (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front wing holed

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

rear under body corroded

Pass 6 May 2025 100,607 miles

Offside Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair service brake and handbrake (1.2.1 (c))

both outer sills under sealed

nearside and offside rear arches heavily corroded . rear under body corroded

Pass 2 May 2024 92,867 miles
Fail 2 May 2024 92,862 miles

Emissions unable to be completed catalytic converter removed (8.2.1.2 (d))

Pass 17 Apr 2023 68,944 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 26 Apr 2022 59,989 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2022 59,989 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 5 May 2021 51,386 miles

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 26 Apr 2021 51,386 miles

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2019 50,672 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Fail 21 Oct 2019 50,672 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Seal (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Under trays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 23 Oct 2018 48,581 miles

Nearside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Seal (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Undertrays fitted not allowing a full inspection

Pass 4 Oct 2017 46,528 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 6 Oct 2016 43,438 miles

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 5 Oct 2016 43,438 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear tyre cracking

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 14 Oct 2015 39,707 miles

O/S/R Tyre splitting

Pass 21 Oct 2014 36,619 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2013 33,634 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 4 Sep 2012 29,969 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2011 26,913 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2010 24,195 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 21,519 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2008 18,983 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 15,910 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2006 13,516 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)

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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WN52 LNK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 WN52 LNK, 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 WN52 LNK registered?

WN52 LNK is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

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The MOT history for WN52 LNK shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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