2002 Mazda MX-5 1.6L Petrol · WG51 WEN
2002 Mazda MX-5 (1.6L, petrol). First registered 19 Mar 2002. Recorded mileage 181,681 miles. MOT expired on 30 Mar 2026.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA MX-5
- Year / Origin
- 2002 · Exeter
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 30 Mar 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 181,681 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Likely ULEZ Compliant (Early Euro 4)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WG51 WEN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 23/03/2026
- 181,681 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (8 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WG51 WEN 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 (WG51 WEN) between March 2022 and March 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 March 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 15 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: “Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s/f chas”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.
WG51 WEN Mileage History
- 31/03/2022166,843 mi
- 28/03/2023169,333 mi+2,490 mi
- 28/03/2024170,829 mi+1,496 mi
- 29/03/2025177,045 mi+6,216 mi
- 23/03/2026181,681 mi+4,636 mi
Average of roughly 3,730 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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