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N724 VLJ

2009 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Nov 2018
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

262,967 mi
Last recorded262,967 miles
Recorded on21 Feb 2019
Typical for 2009 Mazda Bongo130,773 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN724 VLJ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2009
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Fail 21 Feb 2019 262,967 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside body panels very corroded

Offside handbrake effort low

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2017 254,735 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2016 245,155 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2015 243,855 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

Exhaust system deteriorated

Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a track control arm inner bush both sides (2.5.B.2b)

Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Lenses both sides starting to affect beam pattern (1.7.5a)

Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive N/S & O/S front & rear (5.2.6)

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Rear axle & rear coil springs (2.4.A.3)

Rear Trailing arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Rear seats folded flat front row unable to inspect seat belts

Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt N/S & O/S (2.2.C.1c)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

front & rear tyres different sizes

Pass 1 Mar 2014 220,242 miles

nearside rear hub seal leaking

Fail 2 Mar 2013 193,048 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 2 Mar 2013 193,048 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Pass 21 Feb 2012 159,206 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2011 125,728 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 103,410 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2009 82,147 miles

several seat belt catches chewed by dog

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

front tyres 195 rear 215

light switch & wiper switch chewed by dog

Pass 17 Mar 2009 82,147 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but not affecting the operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

front tyres 195 rear 215

light switch & wiper switch chewed by dog

several seat belt catches chewed by dog

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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N724 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 130,773 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 N724 VLJ, 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 17 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was N724 VLJ registered?

N724 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 18 March 2009.

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