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YJ52 TGB

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jan 2021
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

56,714 mi
Last recorded56,714 miles
Recorded on24 Jan 2020
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYJ52 TGB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jan 2020 56,714 miles

front discs slightly scored/pitted

rear discs slightly scored/pitted

Pass 2 Jun 2018 43,497 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2017 37,630 miles
Pass 22 May 2015 36,033 miles
Pass 17 May 2014 35,020 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 33,855 miles
Pass 9 May 2012 32,306 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 30,775 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 28,242 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 25,480 miles
Pass 22 May 2008 21,815 miles
Fail 21 May 2008 21,815 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Nov 2007 18,901 miles
Fail 16 Nov 2007 18,901 miles

Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

rear dics rusty

Pass 16 Sep 2006 12,407 miles

Nearside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Inner Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 16 Sep 2005 8,435 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 TGB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 TGB, 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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What year was YJ52 TGB registered?

YJ52 TGB is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 19 September 2002.

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