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LM08 BGU

2008 Mazda BT-50

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Nov 2023
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

115,536 mi
Last recorded115,536 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLM08 BGU
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Oct 2022 115,536 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2021 112,007 miles

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2020 107,940 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively x2 (1.1.14 (a) (i))

both chassis legs corroded

Pass 4 Nov 2019 102,421 miles

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

Pass 2 Nov 2018 95,629 miles

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

Pass 31 Oct 2017 87,393 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 24 Oct 2016 82,543 miles

crack at bottom of windscreen

Pass 22 Oct 2015 78,836 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2015 78,836 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated broken (6.3.1d)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

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

both front wipers starting to rip

Pass 30 Oct 2014 73,553 miles

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Fail 30 Oct 2014 73,553 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside front brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Nov 2013 68,911 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 19 Dec 2012 59,024 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2011 45,405 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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LM08 BGU is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 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 LM08 BGU, 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 LM08 BGU registered?

LM08 BGU is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 15 May 2008.

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