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HJ09 HWU

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Apr 2027
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

142,795 mi
Last recorded142,795 miles
Recorded on27 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ09 HWU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Apr 2026 142,795 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2025 139,477 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2024 133,424 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2024 133,423 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 113,119 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2022 100,197 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin on both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 100,039 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 11 May 2021 100,039 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced underbody corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 May 2020 99,076 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 91,029 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2017 81,835 miles

side skirts fitted obscuring some prescribed areas

Pass 18 Mar 2016 71,932 miles

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

Under trays fitted at time of test obscuring some components

Pass 10 Mar 2015 60,592 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

side skirts fitted obscuring some prescribed areas

Pass 13 Mar 2014 51,232 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2013 40,062 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2012 29,250 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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HJ09 HWU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 HJ09 HWU, 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 HJ09 HWU registered?

HJ09 HWU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 April 2009.

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