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OUI 4788

1997 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Apr 2022
Tests18 (14 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

222,784 mi
Last recorded222,784 miles
Recorded on9 Apr 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationOUI 4788
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Apr 2021 222,784 miles

Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both front (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Both outer and inner sills have surface corrossion

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Front cross member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Mar 2020 220,094 miles

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All under side showing corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Fail 19 Mar 2020 220,094 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Inner sill hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting Outer sill hole (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security All under side showing corrosion (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 214,514 miles
Fail 29 Mar 2019 214,514 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected Front crossmember (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Oil leak at engine

Pass 12 Apr 2018 211,080 miles

Body has slight corrosion All of underside corroded (6.1.B.2)

Pass 11 May 2017 205,635 miles

Nearside outer sill corroded

Pass 11 May 2016 201,294 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2015 197,067 miles

Oil leak

inner /outer sills corroding

osf / osr tyre sidewalls cracking

Pass 13 May 2014 195,257 miles

exaust system corroding and blowing slightly

ns outer sill corroding

rear pads look low

Pass 17 May 2013 191,008 miles

front ball joint dust covers perished

front body cross member rusting

rear antiroll bar link bushes worn

Fail 17 May 2013 191,008 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

front ball joint dust covers perished

front body cross member rusting

rear antiroll bar link bushes worn

Pass 18 May 2012 180,357 miles

both sides front loer ball joint rubber boots showing signs of deterioration

front crossmember rusty

o/s/r tyre slightly under inflated

oil leak around engine and gearbox area

Pass 20 May 2011 168,176 miles

slight oil leak from o/s steering rack gaiter

Pass 17 May 2010 156,727 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 156,727 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

slight corrosion to o/s rear wheel arch

spare tyre flat

Pass 23 Apr 2009 42,824 miles

o/s wiper blade torn

Pass 19 May 2008 136,408 miles

Offside Front 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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OUI 4788 is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 131,832 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 OUI 4788, 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 29 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 OUI 4788 registered?

OUI 4788 is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is OUI 4788 safe to buy?

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