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N989 PWV

1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Aug 2007
Tests2 (1 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate50%

Mileage

86,847 mi
Last recorded86,847 miles
Recorded on13 Jul 2006
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee141,324 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN989 PWV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year1996
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

1 pass 1 fail
Pass 13 Jul 2006 86,847 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)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

hand brake travel high

streering rack damp

Fail 13 Jul 2006 86,847 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 Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (1.3.2e)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

hand brake travel high

streering rack damp

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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N989 PWV is a 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 2 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 50%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 141,324 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 Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying N989 PWV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N989 PWV registered?

N989 PWV is a 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is N989 PWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for N989 PWV shows 2 tests with a 50% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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