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V257 MAU

2018 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

122,425 mi
Last recorded122,425 miles
Recorded on3 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda Bongo105,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV257 MAU
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2018
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Mar 2026 122,425 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2025 120,323 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2024 117,257 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2024 117,257 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2023 112,832 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2022 107,720 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2021 100,793 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2021 100,793 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 28 Feb 2020 99,446 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2019 94,623 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2018 94,594 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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V257 MAU is a 2018 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2018 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 105,914 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 V257 MAU, 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 8 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of V257 MAU?

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What year was V257 MAU registered?

V257 MAU is a 2018 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 26 October 2018.

Is V257 MAU safe to buy?

The MOT history for V257 MAU shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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