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GF59 ZJV

2009 Mazda 5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Nov 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

106,886 mi
Last recorded106,886 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 571,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF59 ZJV
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 106,886 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Pass 25 Oct 2024 98,608 miles

16%) Parking Brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear the braking system requires adjustment or repair. [3.7.A.7]

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a) BORDERLINE PASS, NEEDS ATTENTION. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a) BORDERLINE PASS, NEEDS ATTENTION. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Fail 25 Oct 2024 98,607 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel (1.1.2 (a))

Front Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both bulbs (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a) BORDERLINE PASS, NEEDS ATTENTION. (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a) BORDERLINE PASS, NEEDS ATTENTION. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Surface corrosion to some components on underside of vehicle.

Pass 9 Nov 2023 89,406 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring mounting corroded but not seriously weakened lower arm (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Nov 2022 82,742 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

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

Pass 2 Nov 2021 78,155 miles

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

Pass 7 Nov 2020 75,503 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2019 62,049 miles

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

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

Fail 26 Oct 2019 62,003 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Fail 24 Oct 2019 61,853 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn wishbone (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 10 Nov 2018 49,391 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 43,661 miles

both front tyres worn on edges

Pass 26 Oct 2016 39,229 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2015 34,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 4 Nov 2015 34,171 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 7 Nov 2014 30,682 miles
Pass 29 Oct 2013 26,426 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 19,617 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

N/S/R tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

O/S/R tyre has cut in tread not deep enough to reach cords

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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GF59 ZJV is a 2009 Mazda 5 in Grey 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 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 71,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GF59 ZJV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was GF59 ZJV registered?

GF59 ZJV is a 2009 Mazda 5, first registered on 18 November 2009.

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