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X536 KWP

2008 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Nov 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

169,727 mi
Last recorded169,727 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX536 KWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 169,727 miles

under-body corroded in some areas

Pass 18 Nov 2024 168,534 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2023 167,958 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2023 167,957 miles

Emissions unable to be completed leak (8.2.1.2 (d))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases rear flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 167,087 miles

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

Fail 9 Jun 2022 167,087 miles

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 22 Jul 2021 163,147 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2021 163,146 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))

Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D shape bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2020 160,519 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 12 Jun 2020 160,519 miles

Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 30 Nov 2018 152,937 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2018 145,427 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 133,247 miles

exhaust system slight deteriorated/ minor blows

slight corrosion at sills

Fail 18 Jan 2017 133,247 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

exhaust system slight deteriorated/ minor blows

slight corrosion at sills

Pass 27 Oct 2015 127,091 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Oct 2015 127,091 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 27 Oct 2014 119,077 miles

advise unable to check rear brake pads

Pass 28 Oct 2013 104,973 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2012 93,085 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2011 79,583 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2010 68,017 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2009 42,890 miles

all tyres perished in tread

Pass 10 Sep 2008 32,502 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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X536 KWP is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 X536 KWP, 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 X536 KWP registered?

X536 KWP is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 20 October 2008.

Is X536 KWP safe to buy?

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