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WR52 ZYC

2002 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Jan 2023
Tests21 (14 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

108,781 mi
Last recorded108,781 miles
Recorded on17 Jan 2022
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWR52 ZYC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

14 pass 7 fail
Pass 17 Jan 2022 108,781 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

outer sills corroded both sides

Fail 13 Jan 2022 108,781 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

outer sills corroded both sides

Pass 6 Jan 2021 99,103 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive off side outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Fail 6 Jan 2021 99,102 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive near side outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Central Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive off side outer sill panel (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Jul 2019 93,876 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material To rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 11 Oct 2017 91,429 miles

Nearside Rear outer sill beginning to corrode

Offside Rear Upper Brake pipe slightly corroded over axle (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Rear tyre has small cuts appearing in tread

Pass 24 Oct 2016 90,971 miles

Both outer sills corroded but not excessive.

Fail 6 Oct 2016 90,971 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Offside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 89,212 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2014 89,212 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 26 Jul 2013 88,174 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 14 Aug 2012 88,091 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 10 Aug 2011 87,974 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2011 87,974 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 6 Aug 2010 87,898 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 87,709 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 77,949 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 67,287 miles
Fail 4 Jun 2007 67,287 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

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

Pass 23 May 2006 52,685 miles
Fail 23 May 2006 52,685 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Front brake disc in such a condition that it is 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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WR52 ZYC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WR52 ZYC, 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 WR52 ZYC registered?

WR52 ZYC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 December 2002.

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The MOT history for WR52 ZYC shows 21 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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