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GU59 ZBW

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 May 2027
Tests17 (14 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate82.4%

Mileage

142,515 mi
Last recorded142,515 miles
Recorded on1 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU59 ZBW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 3 fail
Pass 1 May 2026 142,515 miles
Fail 1 May 2026 142,515 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 May 2025 132,710 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 27 Apr 2024 124,636 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2023 115,122 miles

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

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

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

Pass 2 Oct 2021 100,480 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 26 Sep 2020 95,039 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2019 88,906 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2018 82,664 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2018 82,664 miles

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Sep 2017 72,653 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2017 72,653 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 24 Sep 2016 59,487 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 48,773 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2014 41,165 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

all 4 tyres wearing on edges

brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Sep 2013 31,469 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2012 18,624 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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GU59 ZBW is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.4%.

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 GU59 ZBW, 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 GU59 ZBW registered?

GU59 ZBW is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 September 2009.

Is GU59 ZBW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU59 ZBW shows 17 tests with a 82.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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