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WX52 KTC

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1597cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Feb 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

44,536 mi
Last recorded44,536 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 KTC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,597cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2026 44,536 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2025 43,351 miles
Pass 16 Jan 2024 43,303 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Jan 2023 42,546 miles

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

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

Pass 25 Jan 2022 40,733 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2020 39,306 miles

Brakes corroded

Play in steering arms

Underside wax oiled

Pass 9 Apr 2019 37,815 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2019 37,815 miles

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

Pass 24 Apr 2018 35,721 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2018 35,721 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Pass 2 May 2017 34,501 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2016 31,998 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2015 30,568 miles

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

Fail 28 Apr 2015 30,558 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 26 Apr 2014 27,638 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 24,148 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2011 23,550 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2010 22,776 miles

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

Pass 10 Sep 2009 22,110 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 20,964 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2007 18,928 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2006 16,105 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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WX52 KTC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,597cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 WX52 KTC, 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 WX52 KTC registered?

WX52 KTC is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2002.

Is WX52 KTC safe to buy?

The MOT history for WX52 KTC shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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