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BF59 FMC

2009 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

123,747 mi
Last recorded123,747 miles
Recorded on3 Sep 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBF59 FMC
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 3 Sep 2025 123,747 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2024 116,633 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 109,075 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 101,616 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 94,265 miles
Fail 19 Aug 2021 94,265 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 89,122 miles

both rear tyres wearing,pershing and cracking

unable to fully inspect outer sills due to covers being fitted

under trays fitted not allowing full inspection of underside components

underside of vehicle has general surface corrosion

Fail 28 Aug 2020 89,119 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

high level stop lamp inoperative

Pass 3 Sep 2019 83,228 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2018 75,791 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2017 68,951 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2016 60,987 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2016 60,987 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 5 Sep 2015 52,041 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2015 52,042 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Aug 2014 41,899 miles

o/s/rear tyre has a step in it.

Pass 5 Sep 2013 33,607 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2012 24,491 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2012 24,491 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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 FMC is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FMC, 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 FMC registered?

BF59 FMC is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 5 September 2009.

Is BF59 FMC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BF59 FMC shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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