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AV09 XNJ

2009 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 2261cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

125,473 mi
Last recorded125,473 miles
Recorded on7 Feb 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAV09 XNJ
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,261cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Feb 2026 125,473 miles

Lower Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear including all suspension components and attachments (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jan 2025 119,040 miles

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Headlight frosted (4.1.4 (b))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2024 114,165 miles

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Fail 14 Mar 2024 114,131 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

rear brake discs slightly corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2023 110,872 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 24 Dec 2021 107,280 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2020 105,105 miles
Fail 4 Sep 2020 105,105 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 102,261 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2018 99,446 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2018 99,445 miles

Front Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Rear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Sep 2017 95,535 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2016 88,303 miles
Pass 21 May 2015 74,367 miles

off side rear tyre worn on outer edge

Pass 27 Jun 2014 64,605 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Jun 2014 64,605 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 25 Jun 2013 57,074 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 12 Jun 2012 46,274 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda 3?

Based on 2,040,939 MOT tests across 164,053 vehicles.

77.5%
Pass Rate
6,292
Miles/Year
22
Year Lifespan
164,053
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 40,716
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 18,089
position lamp(s) not working 17,568
Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement 13,995
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 11,940
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AV09 XNJ is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 2,261cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 2009 Mazda 3 models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.2% with a typical mileage of 67,384 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda 3 fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 40,716 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AV09 XNJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda 3 typically stays on UK roads for around 22 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda 3 is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AV09 XNJ registered?

AV09 XNJ is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 30 June 2009.

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