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WO02 OTB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 May 2027
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

51,856 mi
Last recorded51,856 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWO02 OTB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 51,856 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 26 Apr 2025 51,726 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 30 Apr 2024 51,284 miles
Pass 13 May 2023 50,833 miles

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 14 May 2022 50,412 miles

light patches of underside corrosion

Pass 15 May 2021 50,219 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2019 50,143 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2018 49,356 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 48,754 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2016 47,867 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 5 Sep 2015 47,104 miles

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

underside corrosion

Pass 8 Sep 2014 46,012 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2013 39,049 miles

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Fail 10 Sep 2012 34,565 miles

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

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

corrosion to rear exhaust

corrosion to underbody

Pass 10 Sep 2012 34,565 miles

corrosion to underbody

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

corrosion to rear exhaust

Pass 23 Sep 2011 30,474 miles

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

Pass 16 Sep 2010 25,940 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2009 22,115 miles

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

all 4 tyres perishing

Pass 30 Sep 2008 19,034 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 12,822 miles
Fail 26 Sep 2007 12,822 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 1 Mar 2006 9,724 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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WO02 OTB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 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 WO02 OTB, 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 WO02 OTB registered?

WO02 OTB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 March 2002.

Is WO02 OTB safe to buy?

The MOT history for WO02 OTB shows 22 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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