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N140 SDL

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jun 2027
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

113,815 mi
Last recorded113,815 miles
Recorded on8 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN140 SDL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Jun 2026 113,815 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2025 107,731 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 101,891 miles

vehicle underside been wax oiled

Pass 22 Jul 2023 96,921 miles

Offside horn button not working

Fail 17 Jul 2023 96,905 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside horn button not working

Pass 12 Jul 2022 95,159 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both deteriorating (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all deteriorating, cracks in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 1 Jul 2021 90,400 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2021 90,400 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2020 83,422 miles
Pass 8 May 2019 80,852 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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N140 SDL is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 133,482 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 N140 SDL, 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 30 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 N140 SDL registered?

N140 SDL is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 1996.

Is N140 SDL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N140 SDL shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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