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N494 SVY

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Apr 2019
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

237,169 mi
Last recorded237,169 miles
Recorded on20 Apr 2018
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN494 SVY
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Apr 2018 237,169 miles

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

Pass 26 Apr 2017 224,647 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Fail 25 Apr 2017 224,647 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Rear Direction indicator deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.4.A.2e)

Pass 22 Apr 2016 216,277 miles
Fail 22 Apr 2016 216,277 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 187,578 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2012 18,740 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2011 174,710 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2010 161,237 miles

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

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

Fail 22 Jul 2010 161,235 miles

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

Nearside Rear Statutory seat belt missing (5.1.1)

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

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

Rear Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

Brakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

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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N494 SVY is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 N494 SVY, 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 N494 SVY registered?

N494 SVY is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1996.

Is N494 SVY safe to buy?

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