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DL08 DSX

2008 Mazda BT-50

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jun 2018
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

70,295 mi
Last recorded70,295 miles
Recorded on10 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationDL08 DSX
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 10 May 2017 70,295 miles
Pass 10 May 2016 66,336 miles
Pass 20 May 2015 60,552 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2014 53,135 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2014 53,135 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 30 Mar 2013 40,756 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 36,869 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2011 31,924 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

How Reliable is the Mazda BT-50?

Based on 27,778 MOT tests across 1,760 vehicles.

73.4%
Pass Rate
6,605
Miles/Year
20
Year Lifespan
1,760
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Brake pipe excessively corroded 674
Registration plate lamp not working 460
position lamp(s) not working 453
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 378
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 342
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DL08 DSX is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Mazda BT-50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.0% with a typical mileage of 78,723 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda BT-50 fails its MOT is brake pipe excessively corroded, accounting for 674 recorded failures. If you're considering buying DL08 DSX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda BT-50 typically stays on UK roads for around 20 years. At 18 years old, this Mazda BT-50 is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was DL08 DSX registered?

DL08 DSX is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 31 July 2008.

Is DL08 DSX safe to buy?

The MOT history for DL08 DSX shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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