2002 Miata, bad wheel bearings
 

My cousin's got an 02 Miata with 31k miles and the front wheel bearings are going. She hit a curb with the right side and popped the tire, so that pretty much explains that one, but the left side is going too.

Anybody have similar problems? I find it very hard to believe that this is normal wear. Then again my cousin isn't the best driver:)

Thanks,
David