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N497 YEO

2004 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Jun 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

86,206 mi
Last recorded86,206 miles
Recorded on23 Jun 2026
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo134,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN497 YEO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2004
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Jun 2026 86,206 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2025 85,025 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2025 85,025 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2024 80,857 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2023 78,804 miles
Pass 31 May 2022 76,938 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2021 75,499 miles
Fail 22 Jun 2021 75,499 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drop sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced drop sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 1 May 2019 75,229 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 75,229 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced drop sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Apr 2018 75,209 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 74,657 miles

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a joint steering rack (2.3.3b)

Pass 13 Apr 2016 74,014 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2015 72,311 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2014 71,295 miles

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

o/s/f tyre feathered on outer edge

Pass 29 Apr 2013 70,015 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2012 67,646 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2011 66,002 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 63,016 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2009 60,955 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2008 58,193 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 16 Apr 2007 55,689 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2007 55,689 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Pass 21 Apr 2006 53,803 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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N497 YEO is a 2004 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 134,910 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 N497 YEO, 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 22 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N497 YEO registered?

N497 YEO is a 2004 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 May 2004.

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