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P305 FWP

2008 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2024
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

163,757 mi
Last recorded163,757 miles
Recorded on22 Jun 2023
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP305 FWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Jun 2023 163,757 miles

all 4 wheel arches slightly corroded

all underside slightly corroded covered in wax-oil

Pass 21 Jun 2022 163,356 miles

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

all underside heavily corroded covered in wax-oil

Pass 23 Jun 2021 162,380 miles

all underside slightly corroded

both rear wheel arches heavily corroded

Pass 26 May 2020 161,735 miles

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

Nearside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Service brake grabbing slightly (1.2.1 (c))

underside corroded rear and heavily undersealed

Pass 17 Jun 2019 159,859 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

heavily undersealed

Pass 15 Jun 2018 157,941 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front ball joint dust cover perished

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 May 2017 15,633 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 154,288 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge just ok at time of test (4.1.E.1)

all over under body and brake pipes covered with black under seal unable to fully check

Fail 13 Jun 2016 154,288 miles

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to the legal limit edge just ok at time of test (4.1.E.1)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

all over under body and brake pipes covered with black under seal unable to fully check

Pass 24 Jun 2015 149,721 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 149,484 miles

Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside Rear Upper Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

corrosion under wheel arches but not holed at time of test

excessive corrosion outer sills but not holed at time of test

fuel tank damaged but not leaking

Pass 12 Apr 2013 145,004 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2012 137,327 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2012 137,327 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 20 Apr 2011 124,356 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2011 124,351 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt locking mechanism does not secure or release (5.2.5a)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 115,741 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 101,610 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2008 89,245 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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P305 FWP is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 P305 FWP, 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 P305 FWP registered?

P305 FWP is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 18 June 2008.

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