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BK59 FAF

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Mar 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

69,476 mi
Last recorded69,476 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 FAF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Feb 2025 69,476 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 23 Feb 2024 68,008 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2023 66,447 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2023 66,445 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 16 Mar 2022 64,561 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 64,560 miles

Emissions not tested no oil in engine (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords 205/50zr16 91w (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

no oil on dipstick

Pass 9 Mar 2021 61,917 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2020 61,535 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 51,799 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 38,425 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2017 27,634 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2016 16,158 miles

Unable to fully inspect due to covers and shields

Pass 26 Sep 2015 14,371 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 12,435 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2013 9,754 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2012 7,512 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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BK59 FAF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Grey 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 BK59 FAF, 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 BK59 FAF registered?

BK59 FAF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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