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FM57 CHX

2008 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Sep 2026
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

124,916 mi
Last recorded124,916 miles
Recorded on24 Sep 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFM57 CHX
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Sep 2025 124,916 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

headlamp images poor

Pass 18 Mar 2025 123,330 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 123,322 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has an excessively worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2024 118,149 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2023 111,163 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 104,123 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 96,929 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2020 92,330 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2020 92,327 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Pass 20 Mar 2019 82,678 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2018 74,642 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 66,752 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 58,538 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 53,109 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2014 48,762 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2013 41,153 miles
Fail 30 Aug 2012 33,726 miles

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

Pass 30 Aug 2012 33,726 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2011 23,845 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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FM57 CHX is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 FM57 CHX, 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 FM57 CHX registered?

FM57 CHX is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 14 January 2008.

Is FM57 CHX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FM57 CHX shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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