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VE56 BZB

2006 Mazda BT-50

White Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Dec 2026
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

69,854 mi
Last recorded69,854 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda BT-5087,596 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVE56 BZB
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 69,854 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Front x2 (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear brake pipes corroded but not excessively

Reverse light inoperative

Fail 24 Nov 2025 69,767 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Exhaust excessively corroded/holed (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens faded (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect Lens faded (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear brake pipes corroded but not excessively

Reverse light inoperative

Pass 4 Dec 2024 66,884 miles
Fail 26 Nov 2024 66,835 miles

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

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded axle (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 27 Nov 2023 63,941 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2022 61,295 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Fail 2 Dec 2022 61,287 miles

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded on light laden valve (1.1.11 (c))

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

Pass 7 Dec 2021 58,532 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Pipe going to axle. (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 4 Dec 2020 54,116 miles

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

Pass 19 Nov 2019 49,435 miles

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

Pass 4 Dec 2018 46,145 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2017 43,692 miles

Nearside Rear rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 15 Nov 2016 40,134 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2015 36,753 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2014 33,253 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2014 33,248 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 28 Nov 2013 29,898 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2012 27,104 miles

no emissions recorded-too clean.

Pass 5 Dec 2011 24,126 miles
Pass 13 Dec 2010 20,961 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2009 17,544 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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VE56 BZB is a 2006 Mazda BT-50 in White with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 VE56 BZB, 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 VE56 BZB registered?

VE56 BZB is a 2006 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 11 December 2006.

Is VE56 BZB safe to buy?

The MOT history for VE56 BZB shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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