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VU08 RXA

2008 Mazda BT-50

Silver Diesel 2488cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2023
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

151,573 mi
Last recorded151,573 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda BT-5078,723 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU08 RXA
MakeMazda
ModelBT-50
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,488cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2022 151,573 miles

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

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a slightly worn bush (5.3.2 (c))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear U-J (6.1.7 (c) (i))

rear differential corroded and porous

Pass 17 Sep 2021 145,711 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively U-J (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 139,720 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 4 Jun 2019 129,450 miles

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

Pass 5 Jun 2018 120,221 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 235/75R15 109S XL (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 5 Jun 2017 110,610 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded alongside fuel tank (3.6.B.2c)

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

Pass 8 Jun 2016 100,699 miles

Rear Propshaft universal joint worn ()

Pass 1 Jun 2015 87,605 miles

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

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

nearside lower corner of windscreen has chip/crack but not in drivers view

Pass 4 Jun 2014 75,803 miles

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 9 May 2013 62,458 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 51,673 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2011 39,167 miles

Nail in nearside front tyre

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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VU08 RXA is a 2008 Mazda BT-50 in Silver with a 2,488cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VU08 RXA, 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 VU08 RXA registered?

VU08 RXA is a 2008 Mazda BT-50, first registered on 12 June 2008.

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