Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1840cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 49,099 miles on the clock, averaging 1,617 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MX52 JAP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,099 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 252 |
| Average per year | 1,617 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MX52 JAP |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1840cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MX — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About MX52 JAP
What car is MX52 JAP?
MX52 JAP is an silver Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1840cc). First registered in Manchester in 2002.
What is the mileage of MX52 JAP?
The last recorded mileage for MX52 JAP was 49,099 miles, recorded on 1 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MX52 JAP passed its MOT?
MX52 JAP has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 1 Aug 2025.
Is MX52 JAP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MX52 JAP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MX52 JAP?
MX52 JAP is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.