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AP09 BXC

2009 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

72,723 mi
Last recorded72,723 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAP09 BXC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 72,723 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Aug 2025 72,723 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2024 66,040 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2023 59,363 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 51,034 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 28 Jul 2021 40,143 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2021 40,110 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached rear (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm insecurely attached rear (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 36,602 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2019 34,579 miles
Pass 26 May 2018 33,019 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2017 30,594 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 14 Jun 2016 28,518 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 25,844 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2014 22,989 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 26 Jun 2013 21,501 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2012 17,364 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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AP09 BXC is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2009 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 44,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AP09 BXC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AP09 BXC registered?

AP09 BXC is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 June 2009.

Is AP09 BXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for AP09 BXC shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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