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ML59 VXY

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Jun 2026
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

148,647 mi
Last recorded148,647 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationML59 VXY
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2025 148,647 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 143,294 miles
Pass 12 Nov 2019 134,672 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Nearside door mirror glass slightly insecure

Pass 16 Nov 2018 120,885 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2018 120,834 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Nov 2017 104,907 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 89,165 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2015 71,306 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement near side (rear bush) (2.4.G.2)

horn emits two tones when operated - air horn fitted

Pass 9 Oct 2014 57,431 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 9 Oct 2013 46,393 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 35,585 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Rear 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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ML59 VXY is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.9%.

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 ML59 VXY, 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 ML59 VXY registered?

ML59 VXY is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 October 2009.

Is ML59 VXY safe to buy?

The MOT history for ML59 VXY shows 11 tests with a 90.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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