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BF59 AFV

2009 Mazda 3

Black Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

85,928 mi
Last recorded85,928 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 AFV
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2025 85,928 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2024 84,752 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Sep 2023 81,821 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2022 78,282 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2022 78,280 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Hydraulic brake calliper leaking (1.1.16 (b) (i))

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

Pass 4 Sep 2021 74,125 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 69,173 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2019 64,038 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2018 59,625 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2017 54,744 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2016 48,665 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2015 41,735 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 34,006 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 27,481 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2012 20,032 miles

Tow ball/hitch not fitted at time of test

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 AFV is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Black with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 AFV, 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 AFV registered?

BF59 AFV is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 7 October 2009.

Is BF59 AFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 AFV shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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