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FL09 FFG

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Feb 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

31,469 mi
Last recorded31,469 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL09 FFG
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 31,469 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Feb 2025 29,905 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2024 28,233 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp is missing (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 14 Feb 2024 28,233 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid both (3.5 (a))

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier clamp is missing (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 27,258 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2022 26,968 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 26,893 miles

Both front tyres pumped up on pretest checks.

Nearside Pressure low at jet but provided sufficient fluid to windscreen.

Pass 20 Feb 2020 26,763 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2019 25,878 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2018 25,051 miles

Rear shocks appear to have previously leaked and since dried.

Pass 29 Mar 2017 24,725 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2016 23,601 miles

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both rear (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Mar 2016 23,601 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint both rear (2.4.G.2)

Pass 18 Mar 2015 22,831 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2014 19,037 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2013 17,047 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2012 15,365 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2011 14,335 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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FL09 FFG is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red 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 FL09 FFG, 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 FL09 FFG registered?

FL09 FFG is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 26 March 2009.

Is FL09 FFG safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL09 FFG 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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