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BJ59 OSW

2009 Mazda 3

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

106,940 mi
Last recorded106,940 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda 367,384 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ59 OSW
MakeMazda
Model3
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Oct 2025 106,940 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder. ()

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

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

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Oct 2024 101,264 miles

Central Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

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

Offside Front Headlamp lens deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.4a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Oct 2023 95,286 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2022 92,226 miles

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 4 Oct 2022 92,186 miles

Brake performance not tested (1.2.1 (g))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded and likely to fail (1.1.12 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Outer Brake hose connection leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.12 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Oct 2021 85,598 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Sep 2020 79,047 miles

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

Fail 16 Sep 2020 79,044 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 4 Apr 2019 69,516 miles

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

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

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

Pass 3 Apr 2018 59,652 miles

Offside Front Tyre has excessive wear on inner edge.

Offside Rear Tyre has excessive wear on inner edge.

Pass 29 Mar 2017 50,988 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2016 42,051 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2015 33,770 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2014 32,977 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 18 Oct 2013 27,480 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2012 25,074 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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BJ59 OSW is a 2009 Mazda 3 in Silver with a 1,999cc 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 BJ59 OSW, 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 BJ59 OSW registered?

BJ59 OSW is a 2009 Mazda 3, first registered on 9 December 2009.

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