2002 Mazda MX-5 1.8L Petrol · WF52 WMJ
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.8L, petrol). First registered 28 Nov 2002. Recorded mileage 86,272 miles. MOT valid until 19 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 19 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 86,272 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WF52 WMJ Key Findings
- 31 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/02/2026
- 86,272 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 10 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (22 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WF52 WMJ MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2002 Mazda Mx-5 (WF52 WMJ) between November 2005 and February 2026.
The record contains 21 passes and 10 failures.
The most recent test on 20 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (22 issues), Suspension (16 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 29 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 Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”.
WF52 WMJ Mileage History
- 23/11/200520,811 mi
- 22/12/200630,290 mi+9,479 mi
- 28/12/200737,996 mi+7,706 mi
- 30/12/200844,143 mi+6,147 mi
- 31/12/200950,166 mi+6,023 mi
- 31/12/200950,166 mi
- 01/01/201153,844 mi+3,678 mi
- 06/01/201258,138 mi+4,294 mi
- 08/01/201361,993 mi+3,855 mi
- 08/01/201361,995 mi+2 mi
- 10/01/201464,499 mi+2,504 mi
- 06/02/201565,625 mi+1,126 mi
- 06/02/201565,625 mi
- 16/02/201666,107 mi+482 mi
- 18/02/201666,107 mi
- 06/10/201666,499 mi+392 mi
- 22/09/201768,986 mi+2,487 mi
- 29/09/201769,022 mi+36 mi
- 04/10/201875,090 mi+6,068 mi
- 27/09/201977,167 mi+2,077 mi
- 01/10/202078,617 mi+1,450 mi
- 01/10/202180,923 mi+2,306 mi
- 11/10/202180,925 mi+2 mi
- 26/09/202283,448 mi+2,523 mi
- 10/10/202283,451 mi+3 mi
- 19/09/202384,095 mi+644 mi
- 20/09/202384,095 mi
- 14/02/202585,111 mi+1,016 mi
- 14/02/202585,111 mi
- 18/02/202686,272 mi+1,161 mi
- 20/02/202686,272 mi
Average of roughly 3,234 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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