MAZDA MX-5 VU09OPW has 19 MOTs

Has MOT
Has Tax
Book Your Next MOT Check Vehicle History
Did you know VU09OPW may have a hidden past…
Uncover more about this MAZDA MX-5 like crash damage or finance. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Discover more about this MAZDA MX-5 that an MOT won't tell you. Leave no car unchecked - and save 20% when you check and compare your top three. Click here to get your enhanced vehicle report.
Powered by carVertical Logo
Use code MOT for your 20% DISCOUNT!
Book an MOT for VU09OPW in seconds…
The MOT for this MAZDA MX-5 expires in 6 months. Get prepared by booking your next MOT now! Click here to make your booking.
Powered by BookMyGarage

This 2009 MAZDA MX-5 has Passed 15 MOTs and Failed 4 times since 2012

The most recent MOT was PASSED at 70,611 miles 6 months ago on Thursday 4th December 2025 at 13:38.

The current MOT will expire in 6 months on Friday 4th December 2026.

The current Tax will expire in 6 months on Tuesday 1st December 2026.

VU09OPW MOT History

ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage
PASSED4TH DECEMBER 202670,611 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. ADVISORY - Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Service Brake Binding But Not Excessively (1.2.1 (f))
PASSED5TH DECEMBER 20244TH DECEMBER 202562,698 MI
PASSED22ND JULY 202421ST JULY 202562,088 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
FAILED22ND JULY 202462,088 MI
 
  1. PRS - Offside Windscreen Wiper Does Not Clear The Windscreen Effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To Legal Limit/worn On Edge (5.2.3 (e))
  3. DANGEROUS - Nearside Front Anti-Roll Bar Linkage Insecure And Impairing Directional Stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
PASSED17TH JULY 202319TH JULY 202459,449 MI
PASSED7TH JULY 202219TH JULY 202357,503 MI
PASSED15TH JULY 202119TH JULY 202256,007 MI
FAILED14TH JULY 202156,007 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Nearside Front Windscreen Washer Provides Insufficient Washer Liquid (3.5 (a))
  2. MAJOR - Nearside Front Upper Anti-Roll Bar Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  3. MAJOR - Offside Front Upper Anti-Roll Bar Ball Joint Dust Cover No Longer Prevents The Ingress Of Dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Binding Slightly
PASSED20TH JULY 202019TH JULY 202154,765 MI
PASSED26TH JULY 201925TH JANUARY 202153,339 MI
FAILED25TH JULY 201953,339 MI
 
  1. MAJOR - Offside Front Coil Spring Fractured Or Broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  2. MAJOR - Rear Tyre(s) Of Different Sizes Are Fitted On The Same Axle. (5.2.3 (b))
PASSED28TH JUNE 201825TH JULY 201950,878 MI
PASSED21ST JULY 201725TH JULY 201848,570 MI
FAILED14TH JULY 201748,492 MI
 
  1. FAIL - Nearside Rear Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (3.5.1g)
  2. FAIL - Offside Rear Brake Pad(s) Less Than 1.5 Mm Thick (3.5.1g)
  3. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
PASSED21ST JULY 201625TH JULY 201745,458 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Disc Has Slight Corrosion
PASSED16TH JULY 201525TH JULY 201638,297 MI
 
  1. USER ENTERED - Nail In Nearside Rear Tyre
PASSED26TH JUNE 201425TH JULY 201531,208 MI
PASSED26TH JULY 201325TH JULY 201428,644 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Offside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
PASSED12TH MARCH 201223RD MARCH 201323,274 MI
 
  1. ADVISORY - Nearside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  2. ADVISORY - Offside Rear Tyre Worn Close To The Legal Limit (4.1.e.1)
  3. ADVISORY - Nearside Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
  4. ADVISORY - Offside Front Brake Pad(s) Wearing Thin (3.5.1g)
ResultMOT DateExpiry DateMileage

VU09OPW Passed/Failed

MOT Pass Rate: 79% | MOT Failure Rate: 21%

VU09OPW MOT Comments

Tip: Read our guide on What These Advisory Notes Mean…

VU09OPW Mileage

Last recorded mileage: 70,611 miles | Average yearly mileage: 4,413 miles

VU09OPW FAQs

This Mazda Mx-5 with registration VU09OPW was manufactured on Monday 23rd March 2009 so it is currently 17 years old. Its colour is Grey and it has a 1.8 litre Petrol engine.

The odometer reading at the last MOT in 2025 was 70,611 miles, so this Mazda has travelled an average of 4,413 miles per year in the time it has been on the road.

We have a total of 19 MOTs on record for this Mazda Mx-5 beginning with its first recorded MOT in 2012. We can see 4 of these tests have been MOT failures - this means VU09OPW has a 79% MOT pass rate!

Over its lifetime, this Mazda Mx-5 has had 16 Advisories, 1 PRS Notices, 0 Minor, 5 Major, 1 Dangerous and 2 Fail comments in its MOT History.

This Mazda Mx-5 is currently Taxed and the Tax, or VED (Vehicle Excise Duty), is next due in 6 months on Tuesday 1st December 2026 .

Does VU09OPW have an active MOT?

Yes, as of Sunday 31st May 2026 VU09OPW does have an active MOT. Read more

Is VU09OPW Taxed?

Yes, as of Sunday 31st May 2026 VU09OPW does have Tax. Read more

When does VU09OPW Tax expire?

The current Tax for VU09OPW will expire in 6 months on Tuesday 1st December 2026. If you are purchasing this vehicle, remember that the vehicle Tax cannot be transferred and you will need to re-tax the vehicle. Read more

When does VU09OPW MOT expire?

The current MOT for VU09OPW will expire in 6 months on Friday 4th December 2026. Read more

When did VU09OPW have its most recent MOT?

The most recent MOT on record for VU09OPW was on Thursday 4th December 2025 at 13:38. It Passed this MOT. Read more

How many times has VU09OPW Passed an MOT?

Out of a total of 19 MOTs on record for VU09OPW we can see 15 of these tests have been MOT Passes. Remember, digitised MOT records began in 2005 so MOT results prior to 2005 cannot be traced online. Read more

How many times has VU09OPW Failed an MOT?

Out of a total of 19 MOTs on record for VU09OPW we can see 4 of these tests have been MOT Failures. This means this vehicle has a 79% MOT pass rate! Read more

What Make and Model vehicle is VU09OPW?

VU09OPW is registered as a 2009 Mazda Mx-5. Read more

How many miles has VU09OPW done?

The odometer reading for VU09OPW at the last MOT in December 2025 was 70,611 miles. If the vehicle is still in use, it's likely the mileage has increased since then and up-to-date statistics will be provided at the next MOT. This vehicle has travelled an average of 4,413 miles per year. Read more

How old is VU09OPW?

The vehicle VU09OPW was manufactured in 2009 so it is currently 17 years old. It was first registered on Monday 23rd March 2009. Read more

What colour is VU09OPW?

The official colour of VU09OPW is recorded as Grey. Read more

What engine does VU09OPW have?

VU09OPW has a 1.8 litre Petrol engine. Read more

Your MOT Checks

Your previous searches will appear here.
Only you can see these.

Recent MOT Checks

VU09OPW MOT Check