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N155 CDP

2008 Ford Bongo

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Mar 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

260,015 mi
Last recorded260,015 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Ford Bongo124,637 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN155 CDP
MakeFord
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2026 260,015 miles

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 3 Mar 2026 260,012 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 249,733 miles

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 242,433 miles
Fail 28 Feb 2024 242,420 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Feb 2023 242,216 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2022 240,932 miles

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

patches of corrosion

Pass 20 Jan 2021 239,791 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

patches of underside corrosion

rear arches corroded

Pass 24 Jan 2020 235,863 miles

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

Offside Rear tyre perished

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 25 Jan 2019 228,813 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2018 223,493 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2017 217,910 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 209,722 miles

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 198,084 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2014 187,294 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 181,045 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2012 175,985 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2011 162,324 miles

Oil leak

Suspension joint nearside lower dust cover split/missing

Suspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Feb 2010 145,167 miles
Fail 26 Jan 2010 145,167 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Feb 2009 128,113 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2009 128,113 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 104,879 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Bongo?

Based on 4,842 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,037
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 159
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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N155 CDP is a 2008 Ford Bongo in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

Across all 2008 Ford Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 124,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N155 CDP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N155 CDP registered?

N155 CDP is a 2008 Ford Bongo, first registered on 12 February 2008.

Is N155 CDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for N155 CDP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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