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AE54 XYR

2005 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Mar 2027
Tests23 (16 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate69.6%

Mileage

194,300 mi
Last recorded194,300 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAE54 XYR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 7 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 194,300 miles

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Mar 2026 194,292 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2025 187,489 miles

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Fail 3 Mar 2025 187,489 miles

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

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

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outrigger (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Rear exhaust heatshield loose

Pass 19 Mar 2024 185,051 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2024 185,045 miles

Lower Steering column flexible coupling is excessively deteriorated (2.2.2 (c))

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

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Jul 2022 180,963 miles

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

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced soft in areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

headlights dim

Pass 2 Jul 2021 175,589 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

headlights dim

Fail 2 Jul 2021 175,584 miles

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

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

headlights dim

Pass 11 Jun 2020 169,967 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

headlights dim

Pass 28 Jun 2019 166,919 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

engine / sill covers fitted

Pass 3 Jul 2018 160,933 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2017 150,304 miles

Front Both tyres perished and have tread step.

Fail 5 Jul 2017 150,304 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Front Both tyres perished and have tread step.

Pass 28 Oct 2015 145,796 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2015 145,796 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 30 Oct 2014 137,226 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 28 Oct 2013 124,620 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

exhaust system corroded

sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Oct 2012 121,057 miles

sill covers

Pass 25 Oct 2011 118,069 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

sill covers

Pass 25 Oct 2010 110,934 miles

sill covers

Fail 25 Oct 2010 110,934 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

sill covers

Pass 5 Nov 2009 101,741 miles

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

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

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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AE54 XYR is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.6%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 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 AE54 XYR, 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 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was AE54 XYR registered?

AE54 XYR is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is AE54 XYR safe to buy?

The MOT history for AE54 XYR shows 23 tests with a 69.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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