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AY59 YTU

2009 Mazda MX-5

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

128,922 mi
Last recorded128,922 miles
Recorded on31 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY59 YTU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 31 Jul 2025 128,922 miles

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear sub frame and suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 28 Jul 2025 128,907 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened rear sub frame and suspension arms corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Aug 2024 124,899 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 120,368 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively both (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2022 115,147 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2021 106,987 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2020 98,898 miles
Pass 28 May 2019 95,533 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin 3mm remaining approx (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2018 79,478 miles
Pass 16 May 2017 65,696 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 64,011 miles

Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit x2 on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2015 57,977 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2014 51,209 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 40,688 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2012 31,913 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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AY59 YTU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AY59 YTU, 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.

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What year was AY59 YTU registered?

AY59 YTU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2009.

Is AY59 YTU safe to buy?

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