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JL51 JHL

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 May 2027
Tests14 (14 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

20,853 mi
Last recorded20,853 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJL51 JHL
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass
Pass 24 Apr 2026 20,853 miles
Pass 1 May 2025 19,880 miles
Pass 13 May 2024 19,241 miles
Pass 16 May 2023 14,978 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2022 11,814 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2021 11,435 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2020 11,231 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2018 10,898 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 10,360 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2016 9,583 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2015 8,496 miles
Pass 9 Dec 2014 6,350 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 4,747 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2012 3,670 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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JL51 JHL is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc 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 JL51 JHL, 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 JL51 JHL registered?

JL51 JHL is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 27 November 2009.

Is JL51 JHL safe to buy?

The MOT history for JL51 JHL shows 14 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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