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S79 EDX

2008 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Nov 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

203,470 mi
Last recorded203,470 miles
Recorded on23 Nov 2022
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS79 EDX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Nov 2022 203,470 miles

advanced corrosion both outer sills

Pass 22 Dec 2021 186,875 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

advanced corrosion offside inner sill

Pass 13 Jan 2021 160,776 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2021 160,776 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2018 158,603 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2017 153,673 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 149,017 miles

Oil leak ()

Rear fog lamp damaged

Underside corroded

Pass 18 Jun 2015 142,600 miles

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Fail 11 Jun 2015 142,491 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Jun 2014 134,610 miles

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

o/s/r tyre cracked in the tread

rear fog light is broken but still working ok

Pass 1 Jun 2013 129,172 miles

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

Fail 1 Jun 2013 129,172 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Fail 6 Dec 2011 127,851 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Dec 2011 127,851 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2010 123,038 miles
Fail 6 Dec 2010 123,035 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 26 Nov 2009 116,956 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2009 116,956 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Stop lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (1.2.1f)

Pass 25 Nov 2008 108,228 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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S79 EDX is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 S79 EDX, 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 S79 EDX registered?

S79 EDX is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 27 November 2008.

Is S79 EDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for S79 EDX shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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