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FP09 XKN

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

61,860 mi
Last recorded61,860 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP09 XKN
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2025 61,860 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both near side and off side front (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2024 59,270 miles

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

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

under car covered in surface corrosion. ok at time of test

Fail 7 Sep 2024 59,265 miles

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

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

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

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

under car covered in surface corrosion. ok at time of test

Pass 29 Sep 2023 56,764 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2022 53,645 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2021 50,510 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2020 46,459 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2020 46,459 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Jul 2019 41,911 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2018 39,486 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2017 37,222 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 33,253 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 29,614 miles

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

Fail 20 Jul 2015 29,614 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2014 24,546 miles
Fail 14 Jul 2014 24,546 miles

Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 Jul 2013 18,878 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2012 14,543 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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FP09 XKN is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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

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 FP09 XKN, 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 FP09 XKN registered?

FP09 XKN is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 July 2009.

Is FP09 XKN safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP09 XKN 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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