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GX55 OLG

2005 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Oct 2026
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

235,999 mi
Last recorded235,999 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 OLG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 2 Oct 2026 235,999 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn links (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn mounts (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sills/inner sills archs (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis/floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 15 Sep 2025 220,919 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2024 207,572 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2023 191,965 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2022 175,381 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2021 164,531 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Front and rear tyres perishing in between tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Sep 2020 158,214 miles

rear cross member rusty

Pass 18 Mar 2019 146,679 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Under tray fitted

Pass 26 Mar 2018 143,774 miles

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 141,939 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2017 141,939 miles

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

Pass 24 Mar 2016 136,705 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 121,193 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2014 109,103 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2013

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 10 Apr 2013 97,180 miles

Centre Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater damaged, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

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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GX55 OLG is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 GX55 OLG, 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 GX55 OLG registered?

GX55 OLG is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2005.

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