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WP51 MLU

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Jul 2017
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

163,643 mi
Last recorded163,643 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2016
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWP51 MLU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 30 Jun 2016 163,643 miles

Nearside Rear 4mm tyre has a nail in it

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm (4.1.E.1)

rear wheel arches very corroded

Pass 17 Jul 2015 153,496 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r wheel arch corrosion

Fail 13 Jul 2015 153,432 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

n/s/r wheel arch corrosion

Pass 17 Jul 2014 143,727 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 133,416 miles

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

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 5 Jul 2012 124,222 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2011 112,938 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2010 99,484 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 88,310 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 2 Jul 2008 71,337 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2007 57,913 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2006 46,891 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2005 37,567 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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WP51 MLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 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 WP51 MLU, 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 WP51 MLU registered?

WP51 MLU is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 January 2002.

Is WP51 MLU safe to buy?

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