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PL08 FNC

2008 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2027
Tests17 (15 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.2%

Mileage

166,494 mi
Last recorded166,494 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationPL08 FNC
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

15 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2026 166,494 miles

Exhaust emits excessive smoke or vapour but not likely to obscure the vision of other road users (8.2.2.2 (c))

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

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

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer panel/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Sep 2025 163,887 miles

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Steering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2024 159,531 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Leaf spring has slight wear in a shackle pin and/or bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 154,683 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Sep 2023 154,683 miles

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

Front Valve stem slightly damaged Both perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged Perishing (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Cab or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security Inner wheel arch (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All 4 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 18 Aug 2022 150,713 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2021 149,805 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 137,360 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2019 118,068 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2017 108,097 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2016 99,751 miles

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

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2015 90,652 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2014 85,364 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2013 78,454 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2012 70,580 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2011 67,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 24 Jun 2011 67,001 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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PL08 FNC 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 88.2%.

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 PL08 FNC, 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 PL08 FNC registered?

PL08 FNC is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 23 June 2008.

Is PL08 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for PL08 FNC shows 17 tests with a 88.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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