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EX59 FBJ

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

88,502 mi
Last recorded88,502 miles
Recorded on1 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX59 FBJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 1 Nov 2025 88,502 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2024 87,001 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2023 83,429 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2022 81,800 miles
Pass 3 Nov 2021 80,204 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 77,769 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2019 76,646 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2018 71,413 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2017 61,618 miles

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

Pass 23 Nov 2016 55,215 miles
Fail 23 Nov 2016 55,215 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 52,002 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2014 48,647 miles
Fail 22 Nov 2014 48,332 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Pass 21 Sep 2013 34,466 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 26,181 miles

both rear tyres worn on inner edges.

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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EX59 FBJ is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 EX59 FBJ, 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 EX59 FBJ registered?

EX59 FBJ is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 25 September 2009.

Is EX59 FBJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX59 FBJ shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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