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BG09 EHB

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

45,748 mi
Last recorded45,748 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG09 EHB
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2025 45,748 miles

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

washer fluid pressure low/restricted

Pass 5 Nov 2024 43,263 miles

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

Pass 15 Nov 2023 40,489 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2023 40,385 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 40,014 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 39,469 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2020 39,000 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 38,857 miles
Pass 3 May 2018 38,330 miles

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

Pass 10 May 2017 37,906 miles
Pass 9 May 2016 34,376 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear tyre splitting in tread

Pass 7 May 2015 32,498 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side rear tyre splitting in tread

Fail 7 May 2015 32,498 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

off side rear tyre splitting in tread

Pass 8 May 2014 28,085 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2013 23,092 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 17 May 2012 18,172 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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BG09 EHB is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 BG09 EHB, 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 BG09 EHB registered?

BG09 EHB is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 May 2009.

Is BG09 EHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG09 EHB shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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