2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · CV02 LEW
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 01 May 2002. Recorded mileage 70,162 miles. MOT valid until 22 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Swansea
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 70,162 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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CV02 LEW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/02/2026
- 70,162 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
CV02 LEW 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 (CV02 LEW) between October 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 23 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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: “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”.
CV02 LEW Mileage History
- 26/10/202366,594 mi
- 26/10/202366,594 mi
- 26/10/202468,593 mi+1,999 mi
- 26/10/202468,594 mi+1 mi
- 23/02/202670,162 mi+1,568 mi
Average of roughly 1,531 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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