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EX09 XEV

2009 Mazda MX-5

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Mar 2027
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

41,619 mi
Last recorded41,619 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda MX-544,153 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX09 XEV
MakeMazda
ModelMX-5
Year2009
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 41,619 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both partly corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 23 Mar 2026 41,619 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both partly corroded on inner faces (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 40,625 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion on multiple suspension components

Fail 17 Mar 2025 40,625 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

surface corrosion on multiple suspension components

Pass 21 Mar 2024 40,253 miles

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

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

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

Surface corrosion to multiple suspension components

Pass 23 Mar 2023 39,201 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner disc face corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

general surface corrosion to most suspension components

Pass 14 Mar 2022 37,738 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2021 36,566 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2021 36,566 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner faces corroded slightly (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 11 Mar 2020 36,258 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Mar 2019 33,597 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 31,341 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2017 28,965 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2016 26,286 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 23,669 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2014 17,801 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2013 14,014 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2012 10,908 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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EX09 XEV 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 EX09 XEV, 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.

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What year was EX09 XEV registered?

EX09 XEV is a 2009 Mazda MX-5, first registered on 24 March 2009.

Is EX09 XEV safe to buy?

The MOT history for EX09 XEV 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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