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YK52 NXR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Dec 2019
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

35,850 mi
Last recorded35,850 miles
Recorded on31 Dec 2018
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYK52 NXR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 31 Dec 2018 35,850 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 35,480 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2018 35,480 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2017 35,183 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 31,314 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 33,402 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 33,131 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013 32,996 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 32,891 miles
Pass 3 May 2011 32,567 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2010 31,934 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2010 31,934 miles

Nearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Fail 21 Apr 2009 31,365 miles

Nearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 31,365 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 28,396 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2007 24,861 miles

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 18 Sep 2007 24,861 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2006 20,060 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2005 16,691 miles

Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 3 Aug 2005 16,691 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 NXR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NXR, 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 YK52 NXR registered?

YK52 NXR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2002.

Is YK52 NXR safe to buy?

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