2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · HW51 KXG
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 14 Feb 2002. Recorded mileage 191,560 miles. MOT valid until 16 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Portsmouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 191,560 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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HW51 KXG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/02/2026
- 191,560 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HW51 KXG 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 (HW51 KXG) between February 2025 and February 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 17 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
HW51 KXG Mileage History
- 10/02/2025183,456 mi
- 13/02/2025183,456 mi
- 09/02/2026191,368 mi+7,912 mi
- 13/02/2026191,497 mi+129 mi
- 17/02/2026191,560 mi+63 mi
Average of roughly 7,950 miles per year across 5 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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