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N229 EVV

2005 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Sep 2024
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

180,931 mi
Last recorded180,931 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN229 EVV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2023 180,931 miles
Pass 7 May 2022 177,574 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Fail 7 May 2022 177,574 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 15 Feb 2020 177,532 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 15 Feb 2020 177,532 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Mar 2019 177,410 miles

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2017 175,804 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2015 175,680 miles

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

Pass 7 Mar 2015 175,333 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2012 175,190 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2011 167,171 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2009 115,114 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 142,563 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2007 134,025 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2006 120,169 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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N229 EVV is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 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 N229 EVV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N229 EVV registered?

N229 EVV is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is N229 EVV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N229 EVV 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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