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LR09 GJU

2009 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Nov 2018
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

58,306 mi
Last recorded58,306 miles
Recorded on4 Nov 2017
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLR09 GJU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Nov 2017 58,306 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2017 54,549 miles
Pass 27 Jan 2016 49,419 miles
Pass 30 Jan 2015 44,300 miles

both front wiper blades smeary and noisy.

Fail 30 Jan 2015 44,300 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

both front wiper blades smeary and noisy.

Pass 28 Jan 2014 40,071 miles
Fail 28 Jan 2014 40,071 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 1 Feb 2013 36,328 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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LR09 GJU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 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 LR09 GJU, 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 LR09 GJU registered?

LR09 GJU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 14 August 2009.

Is LR09 GJU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LR09 GJU shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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