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BU59 YAK

2009 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

108,686 mi
Last recorded108,686 miles
Recorded on10 Jul 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBU59 YAK
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Jul 2025 108,686 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2024 104,377 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 104,377 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 10 Jul 2023 99,955 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2023 99,955 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 21 Jul 2022 94,968 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2022 94,968 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2021 89,794 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 86,918 miles

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

Pass 5 Jul 2019 82,709 miles

undertray fitted

Fail 4 Jul 2019 82,708 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

undertray fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2018 77,308 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2017 71,567 miles

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

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

Pass 3 Aug 2016 64,021 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2016 64,021 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Aug 2015 52,591 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Aug 2014 42,892 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 15 Aug 2013 33,511 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 24,931 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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BU59 YAK is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BU59 YAK, 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 BU59 YAK registered?

BU59 YAK is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 1 September 2009.

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