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FB57 FWR

2008 Mazda BT-50

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Dec 2026
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

132,113 mi
Last recorded132,113 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB57 FWR
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 132,113 miles

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front seatbelt slow to retract

Fail 4 Nov 2025 132,113 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Central Exhaust system insecure bracket broken (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions unable to be completed 2 x exhaust blows (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases centre and rear blowing (6.1.2 (a))

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting chassis to body mount (chassis corroded) (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded from load compensator to flexi hose (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front seatbelt slow to retract

Pass 2 Dec 2024 131,006 miles

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake pipe corroded

Offside Rear brake pipe corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both bottom arms corroded

both front shocker bushes worn

exhaust blowing at front and rear

front brake pads low

osf seat belt slow retract

Fail 27 Nov 2024 131,006 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured anti roll bar link broken (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front brake pipe corroded

Offside Rear brake pipe corroded

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

both bottom arms corroded

both front shocker bushes worn

exhaust blowing at front and rear

front brake pads low

osf seat belt slow retract

Pass 29 Nov 2023 127,556 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat convertor (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front headlight connector advise replacement

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (c))

Fail 29 Nov 2023 127,556 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases cat convertor (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front headlight connector advise replacement

Offside Front seat belt slow to retract

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush n/s/f & o/s/f (5.3.2 (c))

Pass 13 Sep 2022 120,350 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2022 120,346 miles

Nearside Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 112,558 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced some chassis and component surface corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Sep 2020 107,253 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated slightly defusing beam patterns

Pass 4 Sep 2019 100,337 miles

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

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Unable to test rear seatbelts as presented

nearside headlamp lens deteriorated slightly defusing beam pattern

Pass 5 Oct 2018 89,219 miles

nearside headlamp lens deteriorated slightly defusing beam pattern

unable to test rear seatbelts as presented

Pass 7 Oct 2017 78,676 miles

both rear wheel bearings have slight play

Pass 8 Mar 2017 74,686 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2016 70,593 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2015 65,775 miles
Fail 4 Apr 2015 65,775 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 31 Mar 2014 58,559 miles

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

Pass 10 Apr 2013 46,213 miles
Pass 12 May 2012 35,409 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2011 28,672 miles

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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FB57 FWR is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

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 FB57 FWR, 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.

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What year was FB57 FWR registered?

FB57 FWR is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 6 February 2008.

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