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N478 PFB

1996 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Jun 2008
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

62,090 mi
Last recorded62,090 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2007
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN478 PFB
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 13 Jun 2007 62,090 miles

front brake pads a little bit low

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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N478 PFB is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 N478 PFB, 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 N478 PFB registered?

N478 PFB is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N478 PFB safe to buy?

The MOT history for N478 PFB shows 1 test with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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