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DF59 GAO

2009 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jan 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

109,500 mi
Last recorded109,500 miles
Recorded on13 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDF59 GAO
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Jan 2026 109,500 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 13 Jan 2026 109,500 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 12 Dec 2024 99,785 miles

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

general corrosion under vehicle

Pass 12 Dec 2023 92,756 miles

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

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

Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear underbody corrosion present

Pass 14 Nov 2022 89,471 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2021 86,164 miles

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

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

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

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

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

underbody corrosion present

Pass 27 Nov 2020 82,557 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn to 1.6mm on legal limits (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

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

underbody corrosion present and rear subframe and suspension arms corroded

Pass 28 Dec 2019 76,213 miles

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 20 Dec 2019 76,063 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm and worn on both edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 26 Nov 2018 68,519 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2017 61,571 miles

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

Fail 2 Dec 2017 61,479 miles

Offside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (4.1.D.1e)

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

Pass 14 Dec 2016 54,887 miles

Nearside rear tyre has age related cracking

Pass 18 Dec 2015 47,882 miles

Nearside Rear n/s/r tyre starting to crack

Offside Rear o/s/r tyre starting to crack

Pass 17 Dec 2014 41,297 miles
Fail 17 Dec 2014 41,297 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2013 32,566 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2012 22,888 miles

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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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DF59 GAO is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 DF59 GAO, 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

How do I check the history of DF59 GAO?

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What year was DF59 GAO registered?

DF59 GAO is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 24 December 2009.

Is DF59 GAO safe to buy?

The MOT history for DF59 GAO shows 18 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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