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P429 SWC

2008 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Aug 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

92,202 mi
Last recorded92,202 miles
Recorded on22 Aug 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP429 SWC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Aug 2025 92,202 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all 4 tyres tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 16 Aug 2024 92,133 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2024 92,133 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 91,749 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2022 91,713 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2021 90,614 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2020 90,011 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2019 89,528 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2018 88,699 miles

Nearside Rear BUMP STOP MISSING

Pass 27 Jul 2017 88,403 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2016 87,930 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2015 87,028 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2014 85,814 miles
Fail 7 Aug 2014 85,802 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 12 Aug 2013 84,884 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2012 82,660 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2011 81,273 miles

intermitate stop lamps

Pass 14 Aug 2010 79,447 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2009 77,496 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 75,380 miles

all four tyre treads low on edges

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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P429 SWC is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 P429 SWC, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was P429 SWC registered?

P429 SWC is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 2008.

Is P429 SWC safe to buy?

The MOT history for P429 SWC shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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