2002 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · KE02 FXG
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 16 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 45,119 miles. MOT expired on 15 Sept 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Borehamwood (Luton)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 15 Sept 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 45,119 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KE02 FXG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/08/2025
- 45,119 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KE02 FXG 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 (KE02 FXG) between September 2022 and August 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 August 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Brakes (6 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 31 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: “Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements honey comb background (0.1 (d))”; “Central Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
KE02 FXG Mileage History
- 15/09/202239,029 mi
- 14/09/202340,399 mi+1,370 mi
- 11/09/202441,972 mi+1,573 mi
- 20/08/202545,119 mi+3,147 mi
- 20/08/202545,119 mi
Average of roughly 2,079 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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