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SP09 RFN

2009 Mazda 5

Blue Petrol 1798cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Mar 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

111,766 mi
Last recorded111,766 miles
Recorded on25 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 571,932 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSP09 RFN
MakeMazda
Model5
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,798cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Feb 2026 111,766 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

headlamp lenses faded

Pass 21 Feb 2025 108,104 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

headlamp lenses faded

Pass 29 Feb 2024 106,508 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

fuel filler neck pipes corroded

outer sill covers fitted

vehicle underbody corroded

Pass 6 Mar 2023 98,274 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Mar 2022 95,706 miles

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 24 Feb 2021 87,178 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2020 80,078 miles

Central Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mounting bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement trailing arm mounting bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 21 Feb 2019 73,450 miles

Rear Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2018 66,958 miles

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Fail 22 Feb 2018 66,958 miles

Headlamp aim too low both (1.8)

Rear Trailing arm has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 21 Feb 2017 60,892 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2017 60,891 miles

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

Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush both armes (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 11 Feb 2016 50,991 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 40,526 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2014 30,364 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2013 22,257 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2012 15,930 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 5?

Based on 413,409 MOT tests across 26,269 vehicles.

70.3%
Pass Rate
7,199
Miles/Year
21
Year Lifespan
26,269
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak 13,334
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 11,283
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 8,696
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 7,218
Tyre has ply or cords exposed 6,761
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SP09 RFN is a 2009 Mazda 5 in Blue with a 1,798cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.3% with a typical mileage of 71,932 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 5 fails its MOT is shock absorber has a serious fluid leak, accounting for 13,334 recorded failures. If you're considering buying SP09 RFN, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 5 typically stays on UK roads for around 21 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 5 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was SP09 RFN registered?

SP09 RFN is a 2009 Mazda 5, first registered on 1 March 2009.

Is SP09 RFN safe to buy?

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