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DG09 WSJ

2009 Mazda MX-5

Red Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Jan 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

97,754 mi
Last recorded97,754 miles
Recorded on15 Jan 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 WSJ
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Jan 2026 97,754 miles

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2025 93,792 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Nearside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Jan 2024 88,159 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 82,171 miles

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

Pass 17 Feb 2022 79,382 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

exhaust heat shield peeling

Pass 17 Feb 2021 79,007 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 21 Feb 2020 78,266 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2020 78,265 miles

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

Offside Front Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 22 Feb 2019 75,866 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2018 74,964 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2017 69,502 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2016 61,260 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2015 49,193 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 40,117 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 29,723 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2013 29,723 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 16 Mar 2012 24,261 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda MX-5?

Based on 2,502,760 MOT tests across 160,823 vehicles.

76.5%
Pass Rate
2,964
Miles/Year
36
Year Lifespan
160,823
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded 44,475
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 41,962
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 35,980
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 33,281
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 32,722
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DG09 WSJ is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Red with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.2%.

Across all 2009 Mazda MX-5 models, the average MOT pass rate is 82.2% with a typical mileage of 44,153 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda MX-5 fails its MOT is seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded, accounting for 44,475 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DG09 WSJ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda MX-5 typically stays on UK roads for around 36 years. At 17 years old, this Mazda MX-5 is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DG09 WSJ registered?

DG09 WSJ is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 31 March 2009.

Is DG09 WSJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for DG09 WSJ shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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