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BF59 AFU

2009 Mazda 3

Blue Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

80,232 mi
Last recorded80,232 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 AFU
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2025 80,232 miles

Nearside Rear Nail in tyre ()

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

Pass 31 Oct 2024 71,378 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2023 62,798 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2022 55,098 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2022 48,552 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2020 45,661 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2019 41,382 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2018 37,053 miles
Fail 14 Dec 2018 37,053 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Dec 2017 34,134 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2016 31,890 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 25,952 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2014 25,666 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 18 Dec 2014 25,666 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2013 20,023 miles

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 14,894 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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BF59 AFU is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Blue with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 BF59 AFU, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BF59 AFU registered?

BF59 AFU is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 23 December 2009.

Is BF59 AFU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 AFU shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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