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FE08 YEF

2008 Mazda BT-50

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Feb 2020
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

164,700 mi
Last recorded164,700 miles
Recorded on28 Feb 2019
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFE08 YEF
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 28 Feb 2019 164,700 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 158,095 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

engine light on

Pass 16 Apr 2013 142,595 miles

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp does not illuminate (5.4.2)

Fail 5 Apr 2013 142,589 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Nearside Steering pivot point has slight play (2.2.B.1g)

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

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Fail 4 Apr 2012 125,378 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Apr 2012 125,378 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2011 93,020 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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FE08 YEF is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 FE08 YEF, 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 FE08 YEF registered?

FE08 YEF is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 14 March 2008.

Is FE08 YEF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FE08 YEF shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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