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V338 EPR

2008 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jun 2027
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

230,935 mi
Last recorded230,935 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV338 EPR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 230,935 miles

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

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

underside corrosion

Pass 19 Jun 2025 225,344 miles

underside corrosion

Pass 11 Jun 2024 222,449 miles

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

steering rack damp

underside corrosion

Fail 4 Jun 2024 222,352 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Power steering component leaking steering rack (2.1.5 (a))

Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced both inner side sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength both outer side sills and offside front inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

general corrosion to underside suspension components

vehicle covered in under seal

Pass 2 Jun 2023 218,772 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2022 213,785 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner wing (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chips (3.2 (a) (i))

engine cover and belly pans fitted

underside of vehicle heavily undersealed

Fail 25 May 2022 213,707 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 20 May 2021 208,930 miles

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

offside rear inner side sill corroded

windscreen chipped

Pass 25 May 2020 200,675 miles

N/S O/S FRONT LOWER WISHBONE S BUSHES PERRISHED AND SLIGHT PLAY

Fail 25 May 2020 200,675 miles

N/S O/S FRONT LOWER WISHBONE S BUSHES PERRISHED AND SLIGHT PLAY

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 21 May 2019 185,523 miles
Pass 1 May 2018 173,372 miles

both rear tyres worn on edges

windscreen chipped

Pass 13 May 2017 162,091 miles

windscreen chipped

Fail 8 May 2017 162,003 miles

Power steering component(s) leaking steering rack (2.3.3b)

windscreen chipped

Pass 17 May 2016 151,341 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 135,708 miles
Pass 23 May 2014 120,758 miles
Pass 23 May 2013 111,678 miles
Pass 18 May 2012 109,426 miles

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 13 May 2011 106,823 miles

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 15 May 2010 103,457 miles

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE SLIGHTLY WORN ON INNER EDGE

WINDSCREEN CHIPPED

Pass 1 May 2009 97,783 miles
Pass 28 May 2008 89,419 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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V338 EPR is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 V338 EPR, 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 V338 EPR registered?

V338 EPR is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 June 2008.

Is V338 EPR safe to buy?

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