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KN59 DCX

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

122,842 mi
Last recorded122,842 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN59 DCX
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2025 122,842 miles

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

Pass 9 Oct 2024 113,816 miles

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

Central Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2024 113,748 miles

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

Offside Rear Upper Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Central Rear Suspension rod pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement d bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 110,234 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2023 110,234 miles

Rear Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides various on each side deteriorated to excess (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure inner sidewall split all-round (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 5 Oct 2022 104,195 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2021 99,132 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 95,067 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2019 89,933 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Oct 2018 82,836 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 75,269 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2016 67,245 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2015 57,894 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 47,249 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2013 39,370 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2012 34,638 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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KN59 DCX is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc 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 KN59 DCX, 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 KN59 DCX registered?

KN59 DCX is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 15 October 2009.

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The MOT history for KN59 DCX shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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