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YW52 NBZ

2002 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1839cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Oct 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

51,262 mi
Last recorded51,262 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda MX-566,854 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationYW52 NBZ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,839cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 30 Sep 2025 51,262 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2024 49,765 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 48,539 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2022 46,954 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2021 45,596 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2020 44,469 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2019 42,672 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2018 41,668 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 40,490 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2016 38,830 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2015 36,077 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Nov 2013 32,528 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2012 30,064 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2011 27,349 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2010 24,673 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 21,871 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2008 21,001 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2007 19,263 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2006 18,039 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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YW52 NBZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,839cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 YW52 NBZ, 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

How do I check the history of YW52 NBZ?

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What year was YW52 NBZ registered?

YW52 NBZ is a 2002 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 12 September 2002.

Is YW52 NBZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for YW52 NBZ shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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