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SO56 NKA

2006 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jan 2025
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

101,367 mi
Last recorded101,367 miles
Recorded on12 Jan 2024
Typical for 2006 Mazda BT-5087,596 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSO56 NKA
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc
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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jan 2024 101,367 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Dec 2022 96,936 miles

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 Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Fail 1 Oct 2022 96,897 miles

Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))

Emissions not tested Due to exhaust being fractured (8.2.2.2 (e))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Tailpipe broken off at rear silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Spare wheel insecure in carrier (6.1.5 (b) (i))

Offside Wheel bearing so rough it is likely to overheat or break up (5.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front ABS wiring harness rubbing on tyre on full lock left

Nearside Front Fog lamp inoperative, not a testable item on a vehicle of this age

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

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

Offside Front Bumper attachment panel corroded and holed

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

Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Advisory to include lower and upper suspension arms left and right (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 5 Oct 2021 85,727 miles

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Fail 30 Sep 2021 87,251 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

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

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Steering box has seepage (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 1 Oct 2020 74,702 miles

advice keep eye on front tyres

Fail 1 Oct 2020 74,702 miles

Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

advice keep eye on front tyres

Pass 29 Nov 2019 68,085 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2019 68,085 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm nail in tread (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Prop shaft bearing likely to break up (6.1.7 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 30 Oct 2018 57,042 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 48,282 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded all at rear (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 31 Oct 2016 42,494 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2015 39,106 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2014 37,408 miles

Slight corrosion on front to rear brake pipes

Pass 23 Oct 2013 35,429 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 32,496 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2011 29,710 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 26,915 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2009 22,454 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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SO56 NKA is a 2006 Mazda BT-50 in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 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 SO56 NKA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SO56 NKA registered?

SO56 NKA is a 2006 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 25 November 2006.

Is SO56 NKA safe to buy?

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