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LT09 HGU

2009 Mazda MX-5

Black Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Feb 2027
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

83,548 mi
Last recorded83,548 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLT09 HGU
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 83,548 miles

Nearside Front Nail in tyre Nail in tyre ()

Pass 11 Feb 2025 80,662 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2024 78,718 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 7 Feb 2023 74,512 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2022 66,839 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 60,575 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 5 Feb 2020 59,156 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 6 Feb 2019 53,030 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 15 Feb 2018 46,270 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 Feb 2017 38,395 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2016 32,580 miles
Fail 10 Feb 2016 32,580 miles

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

Pass 5 Feb 2015 28,299 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 21,160 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2013 15,109 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 8,095 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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LT09 HGU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Black with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 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 LT09 HGU, 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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What year was LT09 HGU registered?

LT09 HGU is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 30 March 2009.

Is LT09 HGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for LT09 HGU shows 16 tests with a 93.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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