2002 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · WF02 SXH
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 10 Jun 2002. Recorded mileage 94,369 miles. MOT valid until 18 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 18 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 94,369 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF02 SXH Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/04/2026
- 94,369 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF02 SXH 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 (WF02 SXH) between February 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 20 April 2026 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 (7 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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 Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (”.
WF02 SXH Mileage History
- 02/02/202390,274 mi
- 10/01/202492,232 mi+1,958 mi
- 14/01/202593,206 mi+974 mi
- 13/01/202694,286 mi+1,080 mi
- 20/04/202694,369 mi+83 mi
Average of roughly 1,275 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: Good
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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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