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LK59 KYW

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

66,490 mi
Last recorded66,490 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLK59 KYW
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 66,490 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2024 64,896 miles

Both front shock absorbers have split dust boot covers

Pass 20 Nov 2023 62,559 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 18 Nov 2022 56,065 miles
Fail 18 Nov 2022 56,065 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage likely to become detached (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Dec 2021 48,892 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2021 48,371 miles

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 47,111 miles

both headlights slightly foggy still has a pattern

Pass 20 Jun 2018 43,734 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 May 2017 39,395 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Fail 24 May 2017 39,395 miles

Offside Front Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 10 May 2016 32,841 miles
Pass 26 May 2015 27,891 miles
Fail 26 May 2015 27,891 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 Jun 2014 21,323 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 29 Aug 2013 17,491 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 12,266 miles
Fail 29 Aug 2012 12,266 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g) DANGEROUS

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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LK59 KYW is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 LK59 KYW, 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 LK59 KYW registered?

LK59 KYW is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 September 2009.

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