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MT59 NLR

2009 Mazda MX-5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2023
Tests11 (10 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90.9%

Mileage

100,436 mi
Last recorded100,436 miles
Recorded on3 Oct 2022
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMT59 NLR
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

10 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Oct 2022 100,436 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 99,435 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2019 98,910 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear of wheel both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower sound proofing around front cat security at rear most

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Service brake binding but not excessively both sides (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

corrosion starting on all steel suspension parts

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 19 Dec 2018 94,264 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

general corrosion starting on all suspension parts

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Fail 19 Dec 2018 94,264 miles

Brake hose slightly deteriorated all (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear brake binding slightly

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

general corrosion starting on all suspension parts

plastic covers fitted restricting full visual inspection

Pass 11 Dec 2017 88,653 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 82,764 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2016 78,765 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2014 75,074 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2013 69,638 miles

Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Rear Tie bar/rod rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 1 Dec 2012 53,866 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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MT59 NLR is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Blue with a 1,798cc 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 MT59 NLR, 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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MT59 NLR is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 16 December 2009.

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