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FP08 ZKF

2008 Mazda BT-50

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Oct 2019
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

121,608 mi
Last recorded121,608 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2018
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP08 ZKF
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2018 121,608 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

body in poor condition

Fail 16 Oct 2018 121,600 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 16 Mar 2017 97,829 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2016 83,540 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2016 83,540 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Ball joint has excessive play off steering box (2.2.B.1f)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Fail 23 Feb 2015 67,110 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nsr tyre side wall cut

Pass 23 Feb 2015 67,110 miles

Offside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

nsr tyre side wall cut

Pass 26 Feb 2014 53,878 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2012 44,009 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2012 42,013 miles

Oil leak

silght play in steering

Pass 9 Jul 2011 33,058 miles

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

abs wire above rear diff is insecure

both rear dust caps on rear road wheels are missing

nearside rear hub seal is seeping oil

oil leak on engine

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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FP08 ZKF is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FP08 ZKF, 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 FP08 ZKF registered?

FP08 ZKF is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 13 June 2008.

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The MOT history for FP08 ZKF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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