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N999 AGW

1996 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2021
Tests17 (11 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate64.7%

Mileage

193,032 mi
Last recorded193,032 miles
Recorded on30 Jul 2020
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN999 AGW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Jul 2020 193,032 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jul 2020 193,029 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2019 190,189 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 18 May 2018 188,063 miles
Pass 13 May 2017 184,793 miles

automatic transition fluid leaking at cooler pipe

auxiliary drive belts on engine slack

Fail 3 May 2017 184,778 miles

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

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

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

automatic transition fluid leaking at cooler pipe

auxiliary drive belts on engine slack

Pass 8 Aug 2016 184,056 miles

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Fail 29 Jul 2016 184,046 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (5.2.6)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 225/40/18 XL (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

general corrosion on underside of vehicle

Pass 4 Jun 2015 184,036 miles

near chassis rails corroding

nearside front outer sill corrod but not in area

nearside rear wheel arche corroding

Fail 29 May 2015 184,026 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

near chassis rails corroding

nearside front outer sill corrod but not in area

nearside rear wheel arche corroding

Pass 19 Mar 2014 171,858 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2014 171,856 miles

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

BOTH INNER SILLS CORRODED & HOLED

N/S/F & O/S/R TYRES CUT ON SIDE WALLS

N/S/FINNER SILL CORRODED & HOLED

Pass 27 Apr 2009 131,694 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 112,117 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

long handbrake travel

Pass 13 Apr 2007 98,108 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2006 94,936 miles

oil leak

offside and nearside front tyres different size to offside and nearside rears

Fail 30 Mar 2006 94,936 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

offside and nearside front tyres different size to offside and nearside rears

oil leak

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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N999 AGW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.7%.

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 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 N999 AGW, 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 N999 AGW registered?

N999 AGW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is N999 AGW safe to buy?

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