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N730 VLJ

2009 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 May 2027
Tests22 (14 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate63.6%

Mileage

125,993 mi
Last recorded125,993 miles
Recorded on11 May 2026
Typical for 2009 Mazda Bongo130,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN730 VLJ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 May 2026 125,993 miles
Fail 11 May 2026 125,990 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 20 May 2025 124,753 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 29 May 2024 124,558 miles

front and rear brake discs corroded

various corrosion to under side of vehicle

Fail 28 May 2024 124,556 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

front and rear brake discs corroded

various corrosion to under side of vehicle

Pass 13 Jun 2019 123,572 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Jun 2018 123,018 miles
Fail 12 Jun 2018 123,018 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2017 122,109 miles

Offside temporary Fuel cap fitted but with a locking seal

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, not affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mounting (SILL)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 122,109 miles

Offside Front Outer Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, not affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mounting (SILL)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed cracking (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside temporary Fuel cap fitted but with a locking seal

Pass 15 Jun 2016 118,839 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2016 118,755 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive not tested (7.3.D.4)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 7 Apr 2015 116,223 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

Pass 28 May 2014 115,807 miles

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

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

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

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

battery flat

car standing over 12 mounth

Pass 12 Apr 2013 115,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Fail 12 Apr 2013 115,795 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 28 Mar 2012 112,159 miles

o/s rear tyre cracked and perrished

Pass 22 Mar 2011 106,761 miles

both front wiper blades slightly smearing screen

n/s rear tyre sidewall cracked and perrished

Pass 8 Apr 2010 102,846 miles
Fail 8 Apr 2010 102,846 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 21 Apr 2009 96,971 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2009 96,971 miles

Nearside 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

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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N730 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.6%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 N730 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 N730 VLJ registered?

N730 VLJ is a 2009 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 7 May 2009.

Is N730 VLJ safe to buy?

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