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BK59 RUA

2009 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

80,759 mi
Last recorded80,759 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBK59 RUA
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 80,759 miles

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

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Underside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (1.2.1 (e))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Feb 2025 77,732 miles

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

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Including associated components (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 2 Feb 2024 74,000 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 9 Feb 2023 71,130 miles

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

Fail 7 Feb 2023 71,130 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn inner and outer edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 24 Jan 2022 68,914 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3 mm 195/65/15 (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 63,103 miles
Pass 3 Jan 2020 60,602 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2019 53,737 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2.5 mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 13 Jan 2018 49,376 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2.5 mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3.0 mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jan 2017 44,870 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2016 43,955 miles

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

Pass 15 Sep 2015 40,847 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 36,708 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Sep 2013 32,368 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2012 25,100 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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BK59 RUA is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BK59 RUA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BK59 RUA registered?

BK59 RUA is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 September 2009.

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