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LA55 XCC

2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Not stated Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Feb 2027
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

94,878 mi
Last recorded94,878 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee127,194 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XCC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2005
ColourNot stated
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 94,878 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2025 88,266 miles
Fail 24 Feb 2025 88,266 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted spring clip insecure (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted spring clip fitted incorrectly (1.1.13 (c)) DANGEROUS

Pass 7 Feb 2024 86,924 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2023 86,323 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2021 83,433 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2019 80,235 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 78,260 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2017 74,940 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear passenger seat mechanism worn

Fail 6 Mar 2017 74,940 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear passenger seat mechanism worn

Pass 16 Mar 2016 71,430 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 16 Mar 2016 71,430 miles

Nearside Front Outer Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 16 Mar 2015 70,175 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2014 69,565 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2014 69,565 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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LA55 XCC is a 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Not stated with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.2% with a typical mileage of 127,194 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LA55 XCC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LA55 XCC registered?

LA55 XCC is a 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is LA55 XCC safe to buy?

The MOT history for LA55 XCC shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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