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BT09 FAK

2009 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

98,219 mi
Last recorded98,219 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT09 FAK
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2025 98,219 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Outer Nail in tyre ()

Pass 4 Sep 2024 89,535 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2023 79,071 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2023 79,045 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 13 Jul 2022 67,077 miles

Stop start light light flashing clear not working correctly.

Pass 21 Jul 2021 57,620 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 52,966 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2019 47,168 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 41,789 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2017 30,394 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2016 25,319 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 21,505 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 18,576 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 23 Jul 2013 15,924 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 13,003 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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BT09 FAK is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black 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 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 BT09 FAK, 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.

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What year was BT09 FAK registered?

BT09 FAK is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 31 July 2009.

Is BT09 FAK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT09 FAK shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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