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BC51 NHK

2018 Mazda Bongo

Turquoise Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

143,395 mi
Last recorded143,395 miles
Recorded on6 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda Bongo105,914 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBC51 NHK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2018
ColourTurquoise
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 6 Mar 2026 143,395 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

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

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

Pass 10 Mar 2025 139,988 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2024 132,739 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Fail 23 Feb 2024 132,738 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre wearing on inner and outer edges

Pass 23 Feb 2023 123,593 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2021 115,807 miles

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

Fail 16 Nov 2021 115,805 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2020 107,852 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2019 96,989 miles
Fail 23 Oct 2019 96,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Oct 2018 85,800 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2018 85,760 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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BC51 NHK is a 2018 Mazda Bongo in Turquoise with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2018 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 105,914 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 BC51 NHK, 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 8 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BC51 NHK?

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What year was BC51 NHK registered?

BC51 NHK is a 2018 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 13 March 2018.

Is BC51 NHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for BC51 NHK shows 12 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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