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HJ59 VBF

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

47,390 mi
Last recorded47,390 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ59 VBF
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 16 Oct 2025 47,390 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing tyres small cracks in treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 23 Oct 2024 45,409 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 40,380 miles

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

Pass 22 Nov 2022 38,579 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2021 36,446 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2020 34,232 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 32,173 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2018 29,885 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2017 26,898 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 24,419 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2015 22,419 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2014 17,269 miles

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 27 Sep 2013 11,014 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 3 Oct 2012 8,115 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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HJ59 VBF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 HJ59 VBF, 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 HJ59 VBF registered?

HJ59 VBF is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 29 September 2009.

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