2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · HG52 WNU
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 23 Dec 2002. Recorded mileage 90,270 miles. MOT expired on 31 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 31 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 90,270 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HG52 WNU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 02/04/2025
- 90,270 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HG52 WNU 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 (HG52 WNU) between November 2021 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 02 April 2025 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: Lighting (6 issues), Brakes (4 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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 Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a))”; “Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))”.
HG52 WNU Mileage History
- 25/11/202184,560 mi
- 06/12/202184,570 mi+10 mi
- 28/11/202287,957 mi+3,387 mi
- 02/04/202590,270 mi+2,313 mi
- 02/04/202590,270 mi
Average of roughly 1,704 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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