2002 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · VO52 KCE
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 27 Sept 2002. Recorded mileage 62,029 miles. MOT expired on 24 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 24 Oct 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 62,029 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VO52 KCE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/10/2025
- 62,029 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
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VO52 KCE 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 (VO52 KCE) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
VO52 KCE Mileage History
- 10/10/202253,669 mi
- 24/10/202357,532 mi+3,863 mi
- 25/10/202357,532 mi
- 24/10/202459,895 mi+2,363 mi
- 20/10/202562,029 mi+2,134 mi
Average of roughly 2,761 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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