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N762 VLJ

1996 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Aug 2017
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

132,542 mi
Last recorded132,542 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN762 VLJ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2016 132,542 miles

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

Fail 11 Aug 2016 132,245 miles

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2015 124,128 miles

Offside Front Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

Pass 8 Aug 2014 115,896 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 101,337 miles

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

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2012 93,679 miles

Front brake discs corroded

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Long travel on parking brake

Fail 24 Jul 2012 93,678 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Outer Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Front brake discs corroded

Front tyres worn on outer edges

Long travel on parking brake

Pass 20 Jul 2011 84,635 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 13 Aug 2010 78,603 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 70,974 miles
Fail 10 Aug 2009 70,974 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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N762 VLJ is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 N762 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 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of N762 VLJ?

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What year was N762 VLJ registered?

N762 VLJ is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N762 VLJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for N762 VLJ shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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