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WX52 KVB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Yellow Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2021
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

76,908 mi
Last recorded76,908 miles
Recorded on19 Sep 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWX52 KVB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Sep 2020 76,908 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Aug 2019 74,966 miles

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Sep 2018 71,428 miles

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

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

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2017 66,683 miles

Offside Front brake slight bind

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded under car (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2016 61,651 miles

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front outer sidewall to tread area perished & starting to crack

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

Nearside Rear outer sidewall to tread perished & starting to crack

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 10 Oct 2016 61,651 miles

Advise under trays fitted obscuring some testable components

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Front outer sidewall to tread area perished & starting to crack

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

Nearside Rear outer sidewall to tread perished & starting to crack

Offside Brake pipe slightly corroded front to rear metal brake pipe (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit outer portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit inner portion of the tyre (4.1.E.1)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 29 Sep 2015 54,372 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 52,454 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 50,238 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2012 47,366 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 18 Oct 2011 44,494 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 41,449 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2010 41,449 miles

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

Offside Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)

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

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

Fail 1 Oct 2009 38,482 miles

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

Pass 1 Oct 2009 38,482 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2008 34,731 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2007 30,687 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 25,885 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2005 20,897 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 KVB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Yellow with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 KVB, 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 KVB registered?

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

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