2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · FH02 XXZ
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 30 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 149,503 miles. MOT expired on 24 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 149,503 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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FH02 XXZ Key Findings
- 4 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 30/07/2026
- 149,503 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
FH02 XXZ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
4 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mazda Mx-5 (FH02 XXZ) between January 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 30 July 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (7 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 12 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 Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering (6.1.1 (c) (ii”; “Front Position lamp not working x2 (4.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))”.
FH02 XXZ Mileage History
- 03/01/2023126,015 mi
- 03/01/2024138,309 mi+12,294 mi
- 26/04/2025148,022 mi+9,713 mi
- 30/07/2026149,503 mi+1,481 mi
Average of roughly 6,579 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.
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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: Below Average
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- Front Chassis Rail CorrosionSerious
NB cars can rust badly inside the front chassis rails, sometimes while the outer structure still looks respectable from above.
- Rear Sill and Arch RustSerious
Like the NA, the NB traps moisture around the rear sill sections and arch returns, so rot often starts where it is easy to hide with cosmetic repairs.
- Blocked Hood Drains and Cabin DampModerate
When the soft-top drains block, water can back up into the cabin and accelerate rust in the sills and floor area.
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