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WP02 DVJ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2025
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

57,647 mi
Last recorded57,647 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2024
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP02 DVJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2024 57,647 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 57,040 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively both (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 6 Jun 2022 52,274 miles
Fail 26 May 2022 52,201 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 22 Mar 2021 46,711 miles
Pass 22 May 2019 44,105 miles
Pass 24 May 2018 33,782 miles

p/strg pipes corroded

Pass 5 Jul 2017 33,767 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 33,373 miles

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Fail 12 Jul 2016 33,373 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

front brake fluctuating, but not excessively both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 27 Jul 2015 33,331 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2014 33,191 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2013 32,301 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2012 32,026 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 31,870 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2010 31,607 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2009 30,710 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 30,162 miles

o/s & n/s wiper blades starting to split

Pass 31 Jul 2007 28,514 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 24 Jul 2006 27,500 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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WP02 DVJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 WP02 DVJ, 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 WP02 DVJ registered?

WP02 DVJ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 July 2002.

Is WP02 DVJ safe to buy?

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