2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · AF02 EUE
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 27 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 122,849 miles. MOT expired on 01 Nov 2022.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 01 Nov 2022
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 122,849 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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This vehicle has not had an MOT in the past 5 years. Mechanical analysis was skipped.
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AF02 EUE Key Findings
- 1 MOT test recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/11/2021
- 122,849 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
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AF02 EUE MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
1 MOT test are recorded for this 2002 Mazda Mx-5 (AF02 EUE) between November 2021 and November 2021.
The record contains 1 pass and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 8 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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Known faults for Mazda Mazda MX-5 (NB)
Our database tracks 3 specific mechanical faults and recurring failure patterns identified across UK MOT testing stations for this generation.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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