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CU09 OAX

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

63,072 mi
Last recorded63,072 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCU09 OAX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 63,072 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 May 2025 60,205 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 9 May 2025 60,203 miles

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

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 16 May 2024 57,001 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2023 50,213 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2022 42,537 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2021 38,752 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 8 Jan 2021 34,125 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Aug 2020 32,841 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 30,060 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 27,985 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2018 27,985 miles

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

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

Pass 17 Jul 2017 26,238 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 24,665 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2015 21,560 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2014 18,094 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 13,494 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2012 11,782 miles

cut in offside rear tyre sidewall - not showing cords

nearside wiper blade splitting

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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CU09 OAX is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 CU09 OAX, 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.

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What year was CU09 OAX registered?

CU09 OAX is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 28 July 2009.

Is CU09 OAX safe to buy?

The MOT history for CU09 OAX shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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