Baotian Bt 49 Reliability, MOT Pass Rate & Common Faults
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Is the Baotian Bt 49 reliable? We analysed 1,574 real MOT tests across 575 vehicles to find out.
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The Baotian Bt 49 is above average for reliability based on real UK MOT data. Here's everything you need to know before buying a used Baotian Bt 49.
Baotian Bt 49 Number Plates
Number plates registered to a Baotian Bt 49. Click on any registration for full vehicle details — including MOT history, mileage records, previous owners and damage history.
Baotian Bt 49 MOT Pass Rate by Year
How likely is a Baotian Bt 49 to pass its MOT? Here's the pass rate for each registration year, newest first.
Baotian Bt 49 Problems — What Goes Wrong?
The most common reasons a Baotian Bt 49 fails its MOT, ranked by how often they occur. Check for these problems before you buy.
Baotian Bt 49 Common Faults & Problems
These are the most common serious faults found on Baotian Bt 49 models during MOT testing — flagged as dangerous or major failures that need immediate attention.
Baotian Bt 49 Mileage — What's Normal?
How many miles does a typical Baotian Bt 49 owner drive per year? Use this to check if a car you're looking at has suspiciously low or high mileage.
Baotian Bt 49 MOT Data by Registration Year
Full breakdown of pass rate and mileage for each year. Use this to compare the Baotian Bt 49 year you're looking at.
| Year | Tests | Pass Rate | Low Mi. | Typical Mi. | High Mi. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2016 | 215 | 79.1% | 1,482 | 3,568 | 6,400 |
| 2015 | 260 | 72.7% | 3,248 | 5,601 | 8,058 |
| 2014 | 425 | 74.4% | 3,036 | 6,411 | 9,615 |
| 2013 | 215 | 74.9% | 2,960 | 4,792 | 8,388 |
| 2012 | 145 | 73.8% | 1,489 | 3,474 | 6,806 |
| 2011 | 66 | 74.2% | 2,927 | 5,444 | 8,024 |
| 2009 | 79 | 72.2% | 712 | 2,639 | 7,441 |
| 2008 | 64 | 71.9% | 870 | 3,054 | 4,694 |
How Long Does a Baotian Bt 49 Last?
Based on 575 Baotian Bt 49 vehicles on UK roads.
Baotian Bt 49 Mileage Distribution
Total mileage recorded across all Baotian Bt 49 MOT tests. If the car you're looking at is above the 75th percentile, it's done more miles than most.
Best Year to Buy a Used Baotian Bt 49
Based on MOT pass rates across all registration years with sufficient test data.
79.1% MOT pass rate from 215 tests
71.9% MOT pass rate from 64 tests
The best year to buy a used Baotian Bt 49 is 2016, which has the highest MOT pass rate at 79.1% across 215 tests. The 2008 model year has the lowest pass rate at 71.9% — if you're looking at one from that year, budget for potential repairs and get a thorough pre-purchase inspection.
How Does the Baotian Bt 49 Compare?
MOT pass rates compared to similar models. Click any model for the full breakdown.
| Model | Pass Rate | Tests | Typical Mileage | Lifespan |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Baotian Bt 49 THIS CAR | 75.0% | 1,574 | 4,646 mi | 18 yrs |
| Baotian Bt 49 QT-9D | 73.9% | 3,140 | 5,996 mi | 18 yrs |
| Baotian Bt 49 QT-9 | 73.6% | 2,662 | 4,826 mi | 20 yrs |
| Baotian Bt 50 QT-9 | 71.9% | 2,344 | 4,393 mi | 22 yrs |
| Toyota Yaris Cross Dynamic HEV Auto | 92.6% | 2,234 | 22,563 mi | — yrs |
Compared to the Baotian Bt 49 QT-9D (73.9% pass rate) and the Baotian Bt 49 QT-9 (73.6% pass rate), the Baotian Bt 49 outperforms both on MOT reliability.
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The Baotian Bt 49 has an overall MOT pass rate of 75.0% across 1,574 real MOT tests — comfortably above the UK average, which puts it among the more reliable models on UK roads.
The most common failure point is steering headbearing has excessive free play with 14 recorded occurrences. Check for this on any test drive or pre-purchase inspection.
On the safety side, the most frequently flagged dangerous fault is valve stem seriously damaged. Dangerous faults cause an immediate MOT failure and mean the vehicle is not roadworthy until repaired. If you're viewing a Baotian Bt 49 with an expired or recently passed MOT, ask the seller whether any dangerous faults were found and fixed during the last test.
A typical Baotian Bt 49 owner drives around 726 miles per year. If the car you're looking at is significantly above this, expect more wear on suspension, brakes and tyres. If it's well below, the vehicle may have been sitting unused — check for perished rubber, corroded discs and stale fluids.
In terms of longevity, most Baotian Bt 49 models stay on UK roads for around 18 years — a strong showing that suggests solid build quality and readily available parts. If you're buying one that's already approaching that window, the data suggests it has plenty of life left provided it's been maintained.
Before committing to a purchase, we recommend running a full vehicle history check on the specific car. This will reveal any outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies that the seller may not disclose — and that the MOT data alone can't tell you.