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SX57 BCV

2008 Mazda BT-50

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2022
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

111,929 mi
Last recorded111,929 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSX57 BCV
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2021 111,929 miles

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

Fail 23 Sep 2021 111,910 miles

Trailer electrical socket likely to become detached no cover to hold socket in place (4.10 (a) (ii))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 10 Aug 2020 107,125 miles

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at inner wing (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Fail 3 Aug 2020 107,069 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Fuel system component leaking above fuel tank area (6.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Front Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Fuel Pipe/s corroded front to rear ()

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported at inner wing (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Spare tyre defective ()

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis and suspension components (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 9 Aug 2019 103,336 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Fail 8 Aug 2019 103,336 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Offside Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))

Nearside Front Brake pipe inadequately clipped or supported (1.1.11 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 21 Sep 2018 94,061 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank damp but no visable leak detected

surface corrosion through whole length of chassis on nearside and offside

Fail 18 Sep 2018 93,974 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

fuel tank damp but no visable leak detected

surface corrosion through whole length of chassis on nearside and offside

Pass 30 Sep 2017 89,411 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 12 Jan 2016 81,545 miles

both front tyres wearing outer edges

Fail 12 Jan 2016 81,545 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both front tyres wearing outer edges

Pass 15 Jan 2015 77,175 miles

2 rear reg plate bulbs dull but morethan 50%

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 15 Jan 2014 73,691 miles

centre top stop lamp not working

Pass 21 Jan 2013 68,511 miles

2 reg plate bulbs dull

Nearside Front position lamp(s) has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.1.A.3b)

centre stop lamp not working

Pass 16 Jan 2012 60,553 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2011 46,620 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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SX57 BCV is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 SX57 BCV, 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 SX57 BCV registered?

SX57 BCV is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 18 January 2008.

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