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H17 PDP

1997 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Sep 2017
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

102,165 mi
Last recorded102,165 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2016
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationH17 PDP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2016 102,165 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2015 95,415 miles

Nearside Outer sill corroding by b post area

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 6 Sep 2014 87,794 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 14 Sep 2013 82,537 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2012 76,863 miles

Offside Front Brake hose twisted (3.6.B.4c)

Pass 7 Sep 2012 76,863 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2011 71,891 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2010 67,032 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2010 66,978 miles

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2009 61,997 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 55,853 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2007 50,987 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 46,219 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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H17 PDP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 131,832 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 H17 PDP, 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 29 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was H17 PDP registered?

H17 PDP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 December 1997.

Is H17 PDP safe to buy?

The MOT history for H17 PDP shows 13 tests with a 84.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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