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AO09 MDX

2009 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

126,014 mi
Last recorded126,014 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAO09 MDX
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 126,014 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2026 126,014 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Mar 2025 119,453 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2024 113,407 miles
Fail 23 Mar 2024 113,407 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn FRONT BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Mar 2023 107,862 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2022 101,547 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 94,365 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2020 89,742 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2019 81,881 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 74,049 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 66,460 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 58,272 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 50,320 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 11 Mar 2014 41,162 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 32,472 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2012 24,333 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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AO09 MDX is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AO09 MDX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AO09 MDX registered?

AO09 MDX is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is AO09 MDX safe to buy?

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