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YE02 CFG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jul 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

59,997 mi
Last recorded59,997 miles
Recorded on25 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE02 CFG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Jul 2025 59,997 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2021 59,370 miles

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

Pass 29 Jun 2019 53,099 miles
Pass 21 May 2018 48,703 miles
Pass 18 May 2017 48,202 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 45,226 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2015 45,039 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jul 2015 45,027 miles

Offside Outer Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 3 Jul 2014 44,646 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2014 44,645 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2013 44,257 miles

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

Pass 13 Jan 2012 43,121 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 42,339 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2010 41,320 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Pass 24 Feb 2009 38,763 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2008 37,858 miles

Nearside Inner Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

offside rear tyre tread base perrished

Pass 27 Feb 2007 35,871 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2006 33,136 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2006 33,136 miles

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

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

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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YE02 CFG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc 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 YE02 CFG, 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

How do I check the history of YE02 CFG?

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What year was YE02 CFG registered?

YE02 CFG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 May 2002.

Is YE02 CFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for YE02 CFG shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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