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AU09 RZW

2009 Mazda 2

Red Petrol 1498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Jan 2027
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,271 mi
Last recorded108,271 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 259,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 RZW
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,498cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2026 108,271 miles
Fail 5 Jan 2026 108,024 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested not working (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 97,465 miles

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 14 Jan 2025 97,465 miles

Brake pedal has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle 39% on front axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 17 Jan 2024 88,904 miles

Brake pedal has slight travel

Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlights cloudy (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords Sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jan 2023 80,895 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2022 74,612 miles

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play wishbone balljoint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jan 2022 74,610 miles

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

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Steering linkage ball joint has slight play wishbone balljoint (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Jan 2021 70,828 miles

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2021 70,828 miles

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

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2020 66,672 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2020 66,672 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 64,423 miles

footbrake reserve travel on minimum limit

Pass 9 Jan 2018 62,397 miles
Fail 9 Jan 2018 62,397 miles

Offside Rear Upper coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 20 Jan 2017 60,196 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2016 57,870 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2015 51,723 miles

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 3 Mar 2014 47,751 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2013 42,910 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 27,500 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 2?

Based on 1,902,862 MOT tests across 147,013 vehicles.

78.4%
Pass Rate
5,024
Miles/Year
23
Year Lifespan
147,013
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 18,380
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 16,451
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AU09 RZW is a 2009 Mazda 2 in Red with a 1,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 2 models, the average MOT pass rate is 75.2% with a typical mileage of 59,522 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda 2 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 18,380 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AU09 RZW, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 2 typically stays on UK roads for around 23 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 2 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AU09 RZW registered?

AU09 RZW is a 2009 Mazda 2, first registered on 2 March 2009.

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