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N74 VEC

2008 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jul 2025
Tests21 (17 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81%

Mileage

210,689 mi
Last recorded210,689 miles
Recorded on15 Jul 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN74 VEC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 4 fail
Fail 15 Jul 2025 210,689 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of inner wheel arch within prescribed area of lower suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret within prescribed area of shock absorber upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer body/ rear most seatbelt upper mounting (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill under vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outrigger within prescribed arear of lower suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength rear of inner wheel arch within prescribed area of lower suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength suspension turret within prescribed area of shock absorber upper mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill under vehicle (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp switch not operating in accordance with the requirements (4.5.3 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Nearside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint rubber boot deteriorating

Nearside centre outer sill excessively corroded

Nearside reverse light not working

Nearside sill under centre & rear of vehicle excessively corroded

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

Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))

Offside Front Lower suspension arm ball joint rubber boot deteriorating

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b))

Offside Front brake pipe joining flexible hose slightly corroded

Offside sill under vehicle under front door step excessively corroded

Rear brake pipe joining centre rear brake hose slightly corroded

Rear brake pipe running across rear axle slightly corroded

cross member below radiator excessively corroded

headlamp lenses deteriorating

Pass 15 Jul 2024 193,567 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2024 193,567 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Other passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Pass 22 Feb 2023 183,356 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Feb 2022 174,176 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2021 164,102 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2020 156,318 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2020 156,315 miles

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 Feb 2019 144,066 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2018 135,309 miles
Fail 21 Feb 2018 135,308 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 22 Feb 2017 126,699 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2016 118,641 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2015 111,145 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2014 104,376 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2013 98,388 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2012 92,322 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2011 86,781 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2010 81,723 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2009 77,667 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 73,592 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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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N74 VEC is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81%.

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 N74 VEC, 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 N74 VEC registered?

N74 VEC is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 29 February 2008.

Is N74 VEC safe to buy?

The MOT history for N74 VEC shows 21 tests with a 81% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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