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N872 XOD

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Sep 2017
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

206,259 mi
Last recorded206,259 miles
Recorded on31 Aug 2016
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN872 XOD
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 31 Aug 2016 206,259 miles

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

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

heavy underside corrosion

Pass 28 Aug 2015 193,102 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2015 193,102 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 27 Aug 2014 180,209 miles
Fail 27 Aug 2014 180,209 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Sep 2013 171,044 miles

general underside corrosion

Fail 24 Aug 2012 158,099 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside front tyre sidewall perished

Pass 24 Aug 2012 158,099 miles

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

Temporary fuel cap fitted

nearside front tyre sidewall perished

Pass 2 Sep 2011 142,565 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2010 128,765 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

general underside age related corrosion

Pass 1 Sep 2009 114,995 miles

general underside age related corrosion

Pass 1 Sep 2008 100,709 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2008 100,709 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Sep 2006 71,256 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2005 65,689 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (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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N872 XOD is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 N872 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 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was N872 XOD registered?

N872 XOD is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 May 1996.

Is N872 XOD safe to buy?

The MOT history for N872 XOD shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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