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N283 BRR

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Jan 2009
Tests3 (2 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

83,227 mi
Last recorded83,227 miles
Recorded on21 Jan 2008
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN283 BRR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

2 pass 1 fail
Pass 21 Jan 2008 83,227 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 83,227 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

Pass 5 Jun 2007 74,164 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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N283 BRR is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 3 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N283 BRR, 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 N283 BRR registered?

N283 BRR is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N283 BRR safe to buy?

The MOT history for N283 BRR shows 3 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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