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YK02 SXA

2002 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Jun 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

82,332 mi
Last recorded82,332 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK02 SXA
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2025 82,332 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2025 82,332 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2020 81,848 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2019 75,968 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 70,137 miles
Fail 15 Oct 2018 70,136 miles

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 15 May 2018 68,712 miles

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

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

Fail 12 May 2018 68,669 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2017 64,371 miles

n/s/r outer sill corroded

Pass 6 May 2016 59,728 miles
Pass 1 May 2015 55,161 miles
Pass 16 May 2014 50,584 miles
Pass 9 May 2013 50,015 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 48,502 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2011 47,254 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2010 44,603 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2010 44,603 miles

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

Inner Front brake disc excessively scored (3.5.1h)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 9 Mar 2009 39,873 miles

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

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 6 Mar 2008 34,013 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2007 27,368 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2006 22,954 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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YK02 SXA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 YK02 SXA, 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 YK02 SXA registered?

YK02 SXA is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 9 March 2002.

Is YK02 SXA safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK02 SXA shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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