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BU09 XCZ

2009 Mazda 3

Grey Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Jan 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

59,313 mi
Last recorded59,313 miles
Recorded on7 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU09 XCZ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 7 Jan 2026 59,313 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2025 54,536 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Starting to crack within tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Jan 2024 51,381 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 48,155 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2022 45,653 miles

Nearside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Jan 2021 43,439 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2020 41,455 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Jan 2019 38,482 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2018 35,814 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 31,769 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 29,332 miles

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

Pass 11 Mar 2015 26,380 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 23,727 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 20,272 miles

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

Pass 27 Mar 2012 16,794 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

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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BU09 XCZ is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Grey with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 BU09 XCZ, 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 BU09 XCZ registered?

BU09 XCZ is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 10 July 2009.

Is BU09 XCZ safe to buy?

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