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N266 MPV

1996 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2017
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

196,422 mi
Last recorded196,422 miles
Recorded on19 May 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN266 MPV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 May 2016 196,422 miles

All brake pipe greased

Various areas of corrosion on vehicle none in a prescribed area

Pass 28 May 2015 194,788 miles
Pass 27 May 2014 191,314 miles
Pass 16 May 2013 183,315 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 178,849 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 158,075 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 17 May 2010 146,297 miles

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

Offside Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal (2.3.3b)

Fail 14 May 2009 135,914 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 14 May 2009 135,914 miles
Pass 29 May 2008 129,480 miles
Fail 18 Oct 2007 128,659 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage insecure (2.4.G.1)

both front inner wings begining to corrode

Pass 18 Oct 2007 128,659 miles

Battery insecure

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

both front inner wings begining to corrode

Pass 5 Sep 2006 126,645 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

batteries insecurely fixed.

Pass 26 Jul 2005 125,301 miles

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

Fail 26 Jul 2005 125,301 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

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

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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N266 MPV is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 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 N266 MPV, 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 N266 MPV registered?

N266 MPV is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N266 MPV safe to buy?

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