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AU09 VHR

2009 Mazda 2

Blue Petrol 1349cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Dec 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

94,939 mi
Last recorded94,939 miles
Recorded on27 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 259,522 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAU09 VHR
MakeMazda
Model2
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,349cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 27 Nov 2025 94,939 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2024 89,680 miles
Fail 29 Nov 2024 89,680 miles

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

Pass 1 Dec 2023 83,875 miles

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 30 Nov 2022 78,084 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Nov 2021 71,831 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2021 71,831 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 23 Nov 2020 67,092 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 64,319 miles

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

Nearside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chipped (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 28 Nov 2018 59,405 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2018 59,405 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 6 Dec 2017 54,566 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2017 53,346 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2016 42,284 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2016 42,247 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Nail in tyre ()

Pass 10 Sep 2015 29,789 miles

Offside front tyre worn to legal limits on edges.

Pass 4 Sep 2014 14,617 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2014 12,846 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2013 10,603 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2012 8,063 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 VHR is a 2009 Mazda 2 in Blue with a 1,349cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 VHR, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AU09 VHR registered?

AU09 VHR is a 2009 Mazda 2, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is AU09 VHR safe to buy?

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