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N988 TDW

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Jan 2022
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

179,240 mi
Last recorded179,240 miles
Recorded on11 Jan 2021
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN988 TDW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 11 Jan 2021 179,240 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all front suspension components corroded

all rear suspension components corroded

Fail 4 Jan 2021 179,240 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all front suspension components corroded

all rear suspension components corroded

Pass 2 Jul 2019 176,674 miles

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Fail 20 Jun 2019 176,674 miles

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

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp does not illuminate simultaneously with the position lamps (4.7.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is fractured and structural rigidity is significantly reduced lower sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Jul 2018 175,208 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

O/S/R inner sill corroded.

O/S/middle inner sill corroded.

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

o/s/r wheel arch corroded.

Pass 15 Jul 2017 172,183 miles

nearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

offside inner sill corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch starting to corrode

offside rear outer sill corroded

offside rear tyre close to limit

Fail 14 Jul 2017 172,183 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

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

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

offside inner sill corroded

offside rear inner wheel arch starting to corrode

offside rear tyre close to limit

Pass 15 Jul 2016 169,098 miles

front cross member corroded (radiator)

nearside rear tyre worn on inner and outer edges

Pass 13 Jul 2015 165,929 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 13 Jul 2015 165,929 miles

Nearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

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

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch faulty (1.3.1a)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 163,685 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 163,685 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 12 Jul 2013 158,166 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2013 158,166 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 152,828 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 151,935 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2010 149,594 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2010 149,594 miles

Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.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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N988 TDW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

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 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 N988 TDW, 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.

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What year was N988 TDW registered?

N988 TDW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 August 1996.

Is N988 TDW safe to buy?

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