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KS08 UPE

2008 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Apr 2024
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

118,982 mi
Last recorded118,982 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKS08 UPE
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2023 118,982 miles

Nearside mirror unit loose

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2023 118,982 miles

Battery leaking (4.13 (b))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both no beam image (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

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

Nearside mirror unit loose

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

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

Pass 27 Apr 2022 114,323 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material near rear diff&along chassis (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 12 Nov 2020 106,306 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Nov 2020 106,306 miles

Front Position lamp not working BOTH SIDES (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively BOTH SIDES ARE SPLIT (3.4 (b) (ii))

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (1.1.10 (f))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened BOTH SIDES (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

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

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

Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing BOTH SIDES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2019 98,599 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2018 91,885 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2018 91,885 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Offside Front Tyre perish also has slight cracks

Pass 20 Apr 2017 84,437 miles

o/s/r light lens broken

oil leak

Fail 20 Apr 2017 84,437 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated damaged (6.3.1d)

o/s/r light lens broken

oil leak

Pass 28 Apr 2016 78,841 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 71,993 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Oil leak

Play in prop-shaft centre bearing

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Fail 21 May 2014 63,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 May 2014 63,269 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Oil leak

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 21 May 2013 53,412 miles

Steering system has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.2.A.1a)

Pass 23 May 2012 44,660 miles
Pass 31 May 2011 34,961 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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KS08 UPE is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Silver with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

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 KS08 UPE, 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 KS08 UPE registered?

KS08 UPE is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 30 May 2008.

Is KS08 UPE safe to buy?

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