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VF57 LVV

2008 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

136,331 mi
Last recorded136,331 miles
Recorded on4 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF57 LVV
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 4 Mar 2026 136,331 miles

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

N/S/R Light Lens Cracked

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Front Axle Upper Dust Covers. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 4 Mar 2026 136,329 miles

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

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

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

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

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

N/S/R Light Lens Cracked

Nearside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Both Front Axle Upper Dust Covers. (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both Rear. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Feb 2025 131,018 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2024 125,615 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 119,997 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2023 119,997 miles

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

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

Offside Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt Clip insecure. (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 115,530 miles

Nearside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 16 Feb 2021 111,040 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2021 111,040 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2020 108,485 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 108,485 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Mar 2019 103,047 miles
Fail 5 Mar 2019 103,047 miles

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

Offside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear most joint (back axle) (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 7 Mar 2018 99,014 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 94,474 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2016 89,615 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 83,512 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Pass 19 Feb 2015 83,512 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2014 62,786 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2013 37,811 miles

Drivers door mirror glass cracked

Front seat belts twisted

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

Fail 25 Feb 2013 37,792 miles

Hazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Drivers door mirror glass cracked

Front seat belts twisted

Off side rear number plate lamp dim

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

Pass 29 Feb 2012 9,277 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2011 6,412 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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VF57 LVV is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Silver with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

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 VF57 LVV, 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 VF57 LVV registered?

VF57 LVV is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 19 February 2008.

Is VF57 LVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF57 LVV shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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