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B15 ROC

1996 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

97,109 mi
Last recorded97,109 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2013
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationB15 ROC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2013 97,109 miles

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

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Pass 5 Nov 2012 95,079 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2011 93,085 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2010 89,358 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2009 86,451 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 83,356 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2007 80,904 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 118,404 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2006 118,404 miles

Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)

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

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear Suspension arm attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

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

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

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

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

advise off rear tyre side near legal limit

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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B15 ROC is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 133,482 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 B15 ROC, 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 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was B15 ROC registered?

B15 ROC is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is B15 ROC safe to buy?

The MOT history for B15 ROC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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