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M171 TNP

2006 Ford Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests21 (16 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate76.2%

Mileage

173,941 mi
Last recorded173,941 miles
Recorded on23 Aug 2021
Typical for 2006 Ford Bongo122,749 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM171 TNP
MakeFord
ModelBongo
Year2006
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Aug 2021 173,941 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2021 173,941 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 172,047 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 168,928 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2018 162,777 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 159,307 miles

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

Pass 5 Sep 2016 151,386 miles

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Fail 31 Aug 2016 151,386 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch sill end (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch sill end (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 14 Sep 2015 137,962 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2015 136,271 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3) DANGEROUS

Pass 20 Aug 2014 123,620 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2013 116,205 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 93,457 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2011 80,587 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2010 72,004 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2009 56,258 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 21 Aug 2009 56,221 miles

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 5 Sep 2008 48,312 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 48,244 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 36,747 miles

tyres differant sizes front 2 back

Pass 18 Sep 2006 26,322 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Bongo?

Based on 4,842 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,037
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 159
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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M171 TNP is a 2006 Ford Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.2%.

Across all 2006 Ford Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 122,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying M171 TNP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M171 TNP registered?

M171 TNP is a 2006 Ford Bongo, first registered on 21 September 2006.

Is M171 TNP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M171 TNP shows 21 tests with a 76.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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