2002 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · CP02 BXM
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 110,418 miles. MOT valid until 24 May 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 110,418 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CP02 BXM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/05/2026
- 110,418 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CP02 BXM MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mazda Mx-5 (CP02 BXM) between March 2025 and May 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 26 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (11 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 23 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”.
CP02 BXM Mileage History
- 04/03/202598,391 mi
- 26/03/2026110,358 mi+11,967 mi
- 22/05/2026110,385 mi+27 mi
- 26/05/2026110,418 mi+33 mi
- 26/05/2026110,418 mi
Average of roughly 9,804 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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