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YE02 XAG

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

54,700 mi
Last recorded54,700 miles
Recorded on28 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYE02 XAG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 28 May 2026 54,700 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2025 54,479 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2024 54,205 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2023 53,703 miles
Fail 28 Mar 2023 53,703 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 31 Mar 2022 52,726 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 29 Mar 2022 52,726 miles

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis leg (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2021 52,365 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2019 51,250 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 50,310 miles

rear brake pads wearing thin.

Pass 13 Jun 2017 46,253 miles
Fail 6 Jun 2017 46,213 miles

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear (5.2.6)

Offside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill at rear (5.2.6)

Pass 3 Jun 2016 42,345 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 41,204 miles
Pass 22 May 2014 40,246 miles
Pass 22 May 2013 39,181 miles

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

Fail 22 May 2013 39,181 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Pass 31 May 2012 38,098 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 26 May 2011 34,248 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 26 May 2011 34,248 miles

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

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 May 2010 28,808 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2009 25,274 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2008 22,554 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2007 20,521 miles
Pass 12 May 2006 14,849 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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YE02 XAG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 XAG, 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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YE02 XAG is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 June 2002.

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