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KS09 OVE

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

88,659 mi
Last recorded88,659 miles
Recorded on14 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS09 OVE
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 14 Apr 2026 88,659 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n\s + o\s (5.3.2 (b))

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

Fail 14 Apr 2026 88,659 miles

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Nearside Front Outer Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords cuts in outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil n\s + o\s (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 3 Mar 2025 84,453 miles

many areas showing signs of corrosion

some wear suspension esp rubber bushes on front suspension

Fail 20 Feb 2025 84,448 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

many areas showing signs of corrosion

some wear suspension esp rubber bushes on front suspension

Pass 15 Feb 2024 80,425 miles

Emissions fluctuating and engine warning light showing on dash board.

Nearside Headlight possibly working intermittently

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Several areas corroded

Several suspension bushes deteriorated

Fail 15 Feb 2024 80,425 miles

Emissions fluctuating and engine warning light showing on dash board.

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlight possibly working intermittently

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Several areas corroded

Several suspension bushes deteriorated

Pass 20 Feb 2023 76,564 miles

rear brake pads and discs marginal deterioration

some deterioration to suspension bushes etc

some signs of corrosion

Pass 14 Feb 2022 72,337 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened surface corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

emissions fluctuate

Pass 23 Feb 2021 68,250 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2020 68,006 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2020 68,003 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jan 2019 62,165 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2018 54,400 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 48,098 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2017 48,098 miles

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 19 Jan 2016 41,031 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2015 37,902 miles
Pass 11 Jul 2014 31,595 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Jul 2013 24,182 miles

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Offside rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

slight difference in front brakes application,though about the same at time of inspection

Pass 20 Jul 2012 15,637 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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KS09 OVE is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 KS09 OVE, 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.

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KS09 OVE is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 22 July 2009.

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