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N26 RGE

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Apr 2027
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

147,341 mi
Last recorded147,341 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN26 RGE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Apr 2026 147,341 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2025 142,996 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2019 141,114 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 138,419 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2017 134,907 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 113,544 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2012 112,593 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2012 112,574 miles

Centre Front Lower Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Centre Lower Fuel system component leaking (7.2.3)

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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N26 RGE is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 N26 RGE, 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.

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What year was N26 RGE registered?

N26 RGE is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 February 1996.

Is N26 RGE safe to buy?

The MOT history for N26 RGE shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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