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N585 XOD

2005 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Sep 2019
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

133,669 mi
Last recorded133,669 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2018
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN585 XOD
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2018 133,669 miles
Fail 3 Sep 2018 133,665 miles

Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

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

Pass 23 Aug 2017 127,706 miles

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

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

Oil leak excessive ()

gearbox leaking

rear diff leaking

Fail 22 Aug 2017 127,705 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Nearside rear brake recording little or no effort 133kg unlock (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort 141kg unlock (3.7.B.5a) DANGEROUS

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

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

Offside Rear exhaust rubber support damaged

Oil leak excessive ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

gearbox leaking

rear diff leaking

Pass 2 Sep 2016 122,736 miles

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

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

Oil leak ()

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both side (3.5.1i)

gearbox leaking

rear diff leaking

Fail 13 Aug 2016 122,702 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively x2 (8.2.2)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 118,297 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2015 118,295 miles

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

Offside Front Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

slight fuel leak

Pass 6 Aug 2014 110,396 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 107,801 miles

Coolant leak

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

Pass 6 Jul 2012 104,479 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2012 104,479 miles

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

both headlamp beams fading

wiring insecure on both batteries

Pass 21 Feb 2011 96,589 miles

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

cant see rear pads properly

Pass 15 Mar 2010 90,567 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2009 77,164 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2008 64,057 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2007 98,417 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 90,823 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2006 90,823 miles

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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N585 XOD is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

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 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 N585 XOD, 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 N585 XOD registered?

N585 XOD is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 May 2005.

Is N585 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N585 XOD shows 19 tests with a 68.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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