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YK52 NWD

2002 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1840cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Aug 2026
Tests22 (20 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

38,353 mi
Last recorded38,353 miles
Recorded on8 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK52 NWD
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,840cc

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MOT History

20 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jul 2025 38,353 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2024 38,336 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 38,286 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2022 38,261 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 37,684 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2020 37,500 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2019 37,412 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2018 36,854 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 31 May 2018 36,843 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 30 May 2017 36,556 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 36,214 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 9 Jun 2015 35,802 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2014 32,641 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 28,746 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2013 28,732 miles

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 26,426 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2011 20,861 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2010 18,274 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2009 14,994 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 11,135 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2007 7,916 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2006 5,301 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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YK52 NWD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,840cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 YK52 NWD, 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 YK52 NWD registered?

YK52 NWD is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 5 September 2002.

Is YK52 NWD safe to buy?

The MOT history for YK52 NWD shows 22 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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