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N220 JMB

2005 Mazda Bongo

Maroon Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2020
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

279,994 mi
Last recorded279,994 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN220 JMB
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2019 279,994 miles

Coolant leak metal pipe rotten ()

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Fail 15 Aug 2019 279,991 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill x2 (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Coolant leak metal pipe rotten ()

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

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

undertrays fitted

Pass 15 Aug 2018 267,120 miles

Front slight corrosion cross member under radiator

Fail 8 Aug 2018 267,039 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush bracket (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front slight corrosion cross member under radiator

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 2 Aug 2017 260,954 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 12 Aug 2016 255,894 miles

Offside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 8 Oct 2014 255,877 miles

Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Offside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 240,482 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

both headlamp lenses poor condition

both outer sills corroded

corrosion to complete under side of vehicle and both inner sills

nearside front tyre close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

offside rear tyre close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

Fail 24 Jun 2013 240,452 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

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

both headlamp lenses poor condition

both outer sills corroded

corrosion to complete under side of vehicle and both inner sills

nearside front tyre close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

offside rear tyre close to legal limit and bald on inner edge

Pass 18 Dec 2009 181,452 miles

Appears to be very slight wear and movement starting at O/S steering rack arm inner bush

B/Hoses abit corroded at ferrules

Front and rear inner b/pads appear low

Front to rear chassis areas abit corroded

GENERAL UNDERSIDE GETTING ABIT CORRODED IN PLACES

O/S/R inner sill/chassis areas getting corroded abit

Slight corrosion at O/S/F inner wing area down beneath battery tray and H/Light unit

Fail 16 Dec 2009 181,452 miles

Nearside Front Side repeater incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Appears to be very slight wear and movement starting at O/S steering rack arm inner bush

B/Hoses abit corroded at ferrules

Front and rear inner b/pads appear low

Front to rear chassis areas abit corroded

GENERAL UNDERSIDE GETTING ABIT CORRODED IN PLACES

O/S/R inner sill/chassis areas getting corroded abit

Slight corrosion at O/S/F inner wing area down beneath battery tray and H/Light unit

Pass 19 Dec 2008 160,812 miles

Foot brake pedal has slight free movement side to side.

Nearside front tyre is on the limits of wear at inner edge.

Offside front tyre is close to limits of wear at inner edge.

Rear brake pads appear low but servicable.

Rear under cross member is surface rusty.

Slight play at offside inner steering rack.

Small rust area at offside front chassis.

Pass 24 Sep 2007 143,833 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 135,321 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2006 135,321 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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N220 JMB is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Maroon with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 6,854 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N220 JMB, 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 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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N220 JMB is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 17 June 2005.

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