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N501 XTT

2008 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Apr 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

216,568 mi
Last recorded216,568 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN501 XTT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 216,568 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 2 Apr 2025 212,611 miles

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2024 206,790 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Apr 2023 201,567 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 13 Apr 2023 201,565 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 23 Feb 2023 201,533 miles

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced a pillar (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Feb 2022 198,212 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2021 195,298 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2020 193,682 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2019 19,084 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2018 189,145 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 4 Mar 2017 186,988 miles

Nearside Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 6 Jan 2016 182,561 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2015 167,083 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2014 174,171 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 169,469 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2012 162,276 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 153,168 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2010 153,168 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 16 Jan 2009 137,833 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 2 Jan 2008 125,149 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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N501 XTT is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 N501 XTT, 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 N501 XTT registered?

N501 XTT is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 7 January 2008.

Is N501 XTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for N501 XTT shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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