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X825 VBK

2009 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Nov 2026
Tests22 (17 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate77.3%

Mileage

196,053 mi
Last recorded196,053 miles
Recorded on6 Nov 2025
Typical for 2009 Mazda Bongo130,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX825 VBK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Nov 2025 196,053 miles

n/s/r brake disc slight corrosion on inner face

oil leak?

slight lip on front brake discs

Pass 13 Nov 2024 178,355 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2023 152,107 miles
Pass 11 Nov 2022 142,959 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2021 137,796 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2021 137,791 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced crossmember holed (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 30 Oct 2020 133,294 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn/out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn/out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 29 Oct 2020 133,293 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn/out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge worn/out of shape (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Nov 2019 130,291 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2019 130,291 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 29 Oct 2018 121,842 miles

both front tyres feathering on inner edge

Pass 7 Nov 2017 118,783 miles

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

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

Pass 20 Oct 2016 115,250 miles

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

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

Pass 27 Oct 2015 110,226 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2014 105,575 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2014 105,568 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 13 Nov 2013 102,087 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2012 99,514 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

front brake pads worn slightly

tow bar fitted

Pass 16 Nov 2011 96,088 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2010 94,634 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2009 91,343 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Fail 1 Oct 2009 91,343 miles

Nearside Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Offside Rear An item not tested (Manual)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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X825 VBK is a 2009 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.3%.

Across all 2009 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 130,773 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 X825 VBK, 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 17 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was X825 VBK registered?

X825 VBK is a 2009 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 23 November 2009.

Is X825 VBK safe to buy?

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