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DG09 ZRC

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

78,243 mi
Last recorded78,243 miles
Recorded on10 Apr 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDG09 ZRC
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 10 Apr 2026 78,243 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2026 78,243 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 13 Mar 2025 74,889 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due top covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

surface corrosion to underside floor

Pass 13 Mar 2024 70,500 miles

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

front sub frame corroded

outer sill covers

rear subframe corroded

suspension and steering corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2023 64,592 miles

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

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

Nearside Front brake sticking

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Mar 2023 64,592 miles

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front brake sticking

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive various surface corrosion (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 30 Mar 2022 59,956 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

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))

underside floor surface corrosion

Pass 9 Mar 2021 54,645 miles

steering and suspension corroded

under vehicle corrosion

Fail 9 Mar 2021 54,645 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

steering and suspension corroded

under vehicle corrosion

Pass 26 Mar 2020 50,246 miles

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

Nearside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Offside Outer sill not fully inspected due to covers

Pass 1 Apr 2019 44,487 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 38,569 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

all tyres perishing

Pass 22 Mar 2017 33,391 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Mar 2016 27,968 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 22,431 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2014 18,452 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2013 16,822 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2012 13,028 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 ZRC is a 2009 Mazda MX-5 in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 ZRC, 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 ZRC registered?

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

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The MOT history for DG09 ZRC shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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