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N438 JCR

2005 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Jun 2022
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

213,353 mi
Last recorded213,353 miles
Recorded on10 Jun 2021
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN438 JCR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 10 Jun 2021 213,353 miles

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Fail 27 May 2021 213,336 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wing to chassis (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin tail pipe missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Spare wheel carrier fractured (6.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2019 208,498 miles

Coil spring corroded ALL (5.3.1 (b) (i))

UNDER SIDE OF VEHICLE AND COMPONENTS CORRODED

Fail 12 Mar 2019 208,438 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel Parking brake lever. (1.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Axle silencer. (6.1.2 (a))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn 'D' bush. (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Towbar mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner wheel arch. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Towbar mount. (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened Front and rear. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded all springs corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated All front CV boots deteriorated. (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Front wipers streaky.

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Rear Bumper mountings corroded but not likely to become detached (6.1.4 (a) (i))

Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened Every suspension arm on vehicle corroded. (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced entire chassis corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 8 Nov 2017 204,262 miles

Offside Rear antiroll bar rubber bush is deteriorated

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated nearside and offside (2.2.D.2d)

rear panels behind bumper are corroded

Fail 8 Sep 2017 204,106 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner arch/inner and outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner/outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Oil leak ()

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

Steering rack gaiter deteriorated nearside and offside (2.2.D.2d)

nearside and offside rear panels behind bumper are corroded and holed

nearside inner and outer sills are corroded,soft and holed outwith prescribed areas

offside inner and outer sills are corroded,soft and holed outwith prescribed areas

various parts of the underside are corroded

windscreen wipers are slightly streaky

Pass 26 Aug 2016 197,298 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2015 192,709 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 185,133 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2014 185,132 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

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

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

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

Fail 30 Aug 2013 176,980 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 176,980 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2011 173,396 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2011 173,396 miles

Front Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear brake disc contaminated by grease (3.5.1h)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 29 Jun 2010 157,135 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2010 157,135 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Exhaust has a part missing (7.1.1a)

Pass 17 Apr 2009 142,747 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2009 14,272 miles

Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 4 Mar 2008 130,899 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2007 115,758 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2006 106,119 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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N438 JCR is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

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 N438 JCR, 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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N438 JCR is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 10 February 2005.

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