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GV58 LJF

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Dec 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

51,455 mi
Last recorded51,455 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV58 LJF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2025 51,455 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2024 50,306 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2023 48,501 miles
Fail 9 Sep 2023 48,474 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2022 46,961 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2021 46,093 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2020 45,736 miles

Front suspension surface corrosion

Rear shock absorbers surface corrosion

Rear suspension surface corrosion

Pass 12 Mar 2019 45,279 miles

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

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

Pass 13 Mar 2018 44,921 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 44,402 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 43,800 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2015 43,069 miles

front/rear suspension corroded

steering rack ends corroded

Pass 11 Jan 2014 42,370 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2013 41,505 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 34,092 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

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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GV58 LJF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 GV58 LJF, 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 GV58 LJF registered?

GV58 LJF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 4 February 2009.

Is GV58 LJF safe to buy?

The MOT history for GV58 LJF shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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