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GJ56 VSU

2006 Mazda BT-50

Grey Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Sep 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

175,108 mi
Last recorded175,108 miles
Recorded on29 Sep 2023
Typical for 2006 Mazda BT-5087,596 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ56 VSU
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2006
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 29 Sep 2023 175,108 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material into load valve (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 21 Aug 2019 174,809 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear light sense damaged

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 21 Aug 2019 174,809 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Rear light sense damaged

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 14 Aug 2018 172,252 miles

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Fail 2 Aug 2018 172,217 miles

Battery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Seat belt damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Intermediate drop arm insecure to the extent there is excessive movement at the mountings bolted to chassis (2.1.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 25 Jul 2017 162,492 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens fogged (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Jul 2017 162,005 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement drop link (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced lens fogged (1.7.5a)

Pass 3 Jul 2015 126,647 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2015 126,647 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Wheel nut(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Pass 17 Jun 2014 110,269 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2013 94,661 miles

Prop-shaft universal joint worn

Pass 24 May 2012 78,791 miles
Fail 24 May 2012 78,791 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 7 Jun 2011 63,591 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 29 Apr 2010 43,015 miles

nearside door mirror insecure and damaged, suggest its removed and replaced

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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GJ56 VSU is a 2006 Mazda BT-50 in Grey with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2006 Mazda BT-50 models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.8% with a typical mileage of 87,596 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 GJ56 VSU, 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 20 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 GJ56 VSU registered?

GJ56 VSU is a 2006 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 26 September 2006.

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