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YO52 CVR

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

100,417 mi
Last recorded100,417 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2013
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYO52 CVR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2013 100,417 miles

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Fail 31 Aug 2013 100,417 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 31 Aug 2012 87,642 miles

Oil leak

rear section exhaust deteriated/corroded

Fail 31 Aug 2012 87,641 miles

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

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

rear section exhaust deteriated/corroded

Pass 5 Sep 2011 73,834 miles

front tyre wear uneven

rust on power steering pipes

rust on rear exhaust joint

rust on suspension

Pass 2 Sep 2010 59,112 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 45,772 miles

front discs starting to corrode

Pass 19 Sep 2008 33,824 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 28,843 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2006 25,301 miles

offside front tyre 2mm

Pass 12 Sep 2005 18,050 miles

0/s/f tyre 2mm on inner edge

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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YO52 CVR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 YO52 CVR, 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 YO52 CVR registered?

YO52 CVR is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2002.

Is YO52 CVR safe to buy?

The MOT history for YO52 CVR shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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