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YC51 XEE

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Feb 2020
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,615 mi
Last recorded108,615 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2019
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYC51 XEE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2019 108,615 miles

Central Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material left to right brake pipe slightly corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sill sections (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre just under 3 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear sill section (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wheel arch starting to corrode (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge tyre just under 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jan 2018 103,358 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2017 97,117 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2016 88,440 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2015 82,014 miles

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

Fail 13 Feb 2015 82,014 miles

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Pass 13 Feb 2014 77,212 miles

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

Fail 8 Feb 2013 72,590 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 8 Feb 2013 72,590 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2012 66,843 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2011 60,583 miles

front brake discs slight corrosion..

Pass 11 Feb 2010 55,855 miles
Fail 11 Feb 2009 50,138 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

both front tyres uneven wear

Pass 11 Feb 2009 50,138 miles

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

both front tyres uneven wear

Pass 12 Feb 2008 41,601 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2008 41,601 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

Pass 7 Feb 2007 31,773 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 7 Feb 2007 31,773 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 21 Feb 2006 25,224 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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YC51 XEE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 YC51 XEE, 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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YC51 XEE is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 23 February 2002.

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