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DA09 OAO

2009 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests23 (15 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate65.2%

Mileage

113,316 mi
Last recorded113,316 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDA09 OAO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

15 pass 8 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 113,316 miles

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

both headlamps deteriorating

corrosion to brake and suspension components

Fail 4 Dec 2025 113,316 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on 2mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

both headlamps deteriorating

corrosion to brake and suspension components

Pass 19 Nov 2024 106,102 miles

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

both headlamps deteriorating

under vehicle corrosion and to brake and suspension components

Pass 8 Dec 2023 98,621 miles

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

Fail 1 Dec 2023 98,449 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

headlamps deteriorated

Pass 7 Nov 2022 89,444 miles

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

front pipe exhaust deteriorating at flexi pipe

head lamps deteriorating

Pass 9 Nov 2021 80,740 miles

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

Fail 5 Nov 2021 80,669 miles

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

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

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

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

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

parking brake just met readings required

Pass 5 Nov 2020 72,843 miles

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

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

Fail 5 Nov 2020 72,843 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Oil leak, but not excessive from oil filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2019 65,582 miles

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

Fail 6 Nov 2019 65,515 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2018 56,675 miles

n/s/f tyre wearing unevenly

n/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

Fail 31 Oct 2018 56,675 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

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

n/s/f tyre wearing unevenly

n/s/r brake disc slightly pitted

Pass 11 Oct 2017 48,252 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2016 40,257 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 32,170 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 32,170 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 Oct 2014 23,950 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2014 22,750 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2014 22,750 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 14 Jun 2013 18,860 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2012 15,789 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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DA09 OAO is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.2%.

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

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 DA09 OAO, 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 DA09 OAO registered?

DA09 OAO is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 28 July 2009.

Is DA09 OAO safe to buy?

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