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YJ52 NZZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jul 2027
Tests20 (20 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

16,816 mi
Last recorded16,816 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 NZZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass
Pass 2 Jul 2026 16,816 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2025 16,234 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2024 15,673 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2023 14,941 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 14,194 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2021 13,326 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2019 12,303 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 11,947 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2017 10,901 miles
Pass 13 May 2016 10,352 miles
Pass 26 Sep 2014 9,933 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2013 9,518 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2012 8,707 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2011 8,329 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2010 7,950 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2009 7,049 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2008 6,217 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2007 5,396 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 4,333 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2005 3,719 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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YJ52 NZZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YJ52 NZZ, 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 YJ52 NZZ registered?

YJ52 NZZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 2 September 2002.

Is YJ52 NZZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YJ52 NZZ shows 20 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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