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LB59 ONR

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

26,414 mi
Last recorded26,414 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLB59 ONR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2026 26,414 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 26,390 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2025 20,594 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitting outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitting outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 21 Mar 2025 20,594 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitting outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened pitting outer face (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 27 Mar 2024 13,597 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2023 13,517 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2022 13,480 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 13,405 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2020 13,273 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2019 12,262 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2018 11,852 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2017 10,640 miles
Pass 29 Nov 2016 9,059 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2015 7,355 miles

Items removed from drivers view prior to test

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 16 Dec 2014 5,832 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 4,726 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2012 3,605 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2012 3,605 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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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LB59 ONR is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 LB59 ONR, 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 LB59 ONR registered?

LB59 ONR is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 18 December 2009.

Is LB59 ONR safe to buy?

The MOT history for LB59 ONR shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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