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LA55 XDG

2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Jul 2026
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

174,376 mi
Last recorded174,376 miles
Recorded on5 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee127,194 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA55 XDG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 5 Jul 2025 174,376 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear wheel arches showing signs of heavy corrosion.

Rusty underside components.

Pass 6 Jul 2024 140,677 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

slight corrosion to underside

Pass 23 Jun 2023 120,166 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2023 120,164 miles

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

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 8 Jul 2022 114,521 miles

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

Fail 8 Jul 2022 114,520 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour WHITE (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Side repeater incorrect colour WHITE (4.4.3 (a))

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

Pass 27 Jul 2021 109,899 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONTS AND REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FRONT FOG LIGHTS INOP

Offside Front Inner TYRE WEAR .215/65R15

Fail 22 Jul 2021 109,898 miles

Position lamp not working All side lights inop (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONTS AND REARS (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

FRONT FOG LIGHTS INOP

Offside Front Inner TYRE WEAR .215/65R15

Pass 21 May 2019 103,908 miles

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

Pass 23 May 2018 96,958 miles
Fail 22 May 2018 96,957 miles

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

Nearside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Side repeater incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

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

Offside Side repeater insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Pass 17 May 2017 88,004 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 80,157 miles

Offside rear tyre age cracking

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Fail 27 May 2016 80,157 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Side repeater slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside rear tyre age cracking

Pass 16 Mar 2015 114,235 miles

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

both front tyres have worn low and unevenly

Fail 9 Mar 2015 114,235 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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

both front tyres have worn low and unevenly

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 XDG is a 2005 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 XDG, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LA55 XDG registered?

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

Is LA55 XDG safe to buy?

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