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S315 VWF

1998 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Dec 2026
Tests20 (13 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate65%

Mileage

150,836 mi
Last recorded150,836 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS315 VWF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Dec 2025 150,836 miles
Fail 8 Dec 2025 150,835 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2024 148,698 miles
Fail 12 Dec 2024 148,695 miles

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both front floors/inner sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2023 145,468 miles
Pass 19 Dec 2022 142,972 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2022 142,969 miles

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

Pass 29 Nov 2021 140,129 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2020 137,661 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 137,661 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 6 Dec 2019 136,621 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Dec 2018 131,312 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2018 131,312 miles

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Dec 2017 124,299 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (3.5.1i)

Oil leak ()

Pass 8 Dec 2016 117,721 miles

Oil leak ()

Fail 7 Dec 2016 117,721 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Oil leak ()

Pass 3 Dec 2015 110,517 miles

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

Fail 3 Dec 2015 110,517 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2014 102,622 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2013 98,212 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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S315 VWF is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 125,789 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 S315 VWF, 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 28 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was S315 VWF registered?

S315 VWF is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S315 VWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for S315 VWF shows 20 tests with a 65% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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