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N263 MCL

2008 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2024
Tests24 (15 pass, 9 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

218,103 mi
Last recorded218,103 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN263 MCL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 9 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2023 218,103 miles

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

Fail 21 Sep 2023 218,087 miles

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill close to rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength close to front suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill close to rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill close to rear suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

corrosion nearside inner sill out with prescribed area

Fail 3 Apr 2023 218,057 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

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

o/s steering boot twisted / o/s/f outrigger and inner sill corroded

Pass 8 Apr 2022 217,387 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Fail 25 Mar 2022 217,383 miles

Lower Steering column universal joint has excessive wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

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

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 Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2021 205,815 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 205,815 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2020 201,891 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Mar 2020 201,891 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Mar 2019 190,625 miles

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Fail 15 Mar 2019 190,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

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

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Inner sill corroded

Offside Rear Outer sill corroded

Pass 24 Mar 2018 179,773 miles

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

Pass 27 Apr 2017 161,917 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2016 155,716 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2014 145,986 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2013 141,768 miles

fuel gauge not working

screen chipped

Fail 13 Aug 2013 141,768 miles

Centre Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

fuel gauge not working

screen chipped

Pass 13 Aug 2012 131,329 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2011 122,207 miles

ADVISE - CENTRE SECTION OF EXHAUST BLOWING

ADVISE - N/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT WORN

Fail 26 Aug 2011 122,207 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

ADVISE - CENTRE SECTION OF EXHAUST BLOWING

ADVISE - N/S/F BOTTOM BALL JOINT WORN

Pass 1 Sep 2010 111,973 miles

rear anti roll bar bushes worn

Fail 1 Sep 2010 111,973 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

rear anti roll bar bushes worn

Pass 25 Aug 2009 101,265 miles

ADVISE REAR TYRES ON LEGAL LIMIT AND DIFFERENT SIZE FROM FRONTS

Pass 27 Aug 2008 85,478 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo?

Based on 251,584 MOT tests across 14,362 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,064
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
14,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 6,854
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,786
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,443
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,607
Registration plate lamp not working 3,890
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N263 MCL is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 139,328 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 Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 6,854 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N263 MCL, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

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

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What year was N263 MCL registered?

N263 MCL is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 2008.

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