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N457 TDW

2005 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2800cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Sep 2018
Tests18 (12 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

191,600 mi
Last recorded191,600 miles
Recorded on30 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN457 TDW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,800cc

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MOT History

12 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Sep 2017 191,600 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2016 190,431 miles

Rear exhaust corroding

Pass 3 Jul 2015 188,349 miles
Fail 3 Feb 2014 186,038 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 3 Feb 2014 186,038 miles
Fail 8 Jan 2013 184,992 miles

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

Pass 8 Jan 2013 184,992 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 184,342 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 182,418 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2009 178,143 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2009 178,143 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Nov 2008 173,534 miles

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

Fail 10 Nov 2008 173,534 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

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

Non obligatory mirror damaged

Pass 6 Nov 2007 149,028 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2007 149,023 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 26 Oct 2007 148,525 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Power steering component(s) leaking (2.3.3b)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 8 Nov 2006 120,007 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2005 88,190 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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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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N457 TDW is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,800cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 N457 TDW, 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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What year was N457 TDW registered?

N457 TDW is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 October 2005.

Is N457 TDW safe to buy?

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