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P114 HBC

1997 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Sep 2021
Tests20 (14 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

187,465 mi
Last recorded187,465 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP114 HBC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 6 fail
Fail 8 Sep 2021 187,465 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Both sides of front box section (below radiator) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill near B post (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength paneling near suspension mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill below seat/B post (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Grease covered throughout. (1.1.11 (c))

Corrosion to underside outside of prescribed areas.

Rear Exhaust mounting defective tied up (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 8 Sep 2020 174,880 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Allover (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Non Obligatory Mirror Damaged

Rear Corrosion Outside Prescribed Area

Rear Towbar Removed

Underside Of Vehicle Heavily Undersealed/Painted Throughout

Fail 2 Sep 2020 174,879 miles

Rear Towbar is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached Rear Crossmember (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Allover (1.1.11 (c))

Coolant Low

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Under sealed throughout

Pass 2 Sep 2019 167,189 miles

Brake pipes greased/undersealed over

Fail 7 Aug 2019 167,187 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi section (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced door sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material throughout (1.1.11 (c))

slight bind nearside front brake

Pass 23 Jul 2018 154,615 miles
Pass 20 May 2017 153,918 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

all brake pipes coated in grease

Pass 19 Aug 2016 151,402 miles

Brake pipes to all 4 flexys, and across rear axle slightly corroded

N/s outer sill corroded and holed (outwith prescribed area)

Pass 10 Aug 2015 138,631 miles
Pass 14 Aug 2014 126,226 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2013 114,447 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

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

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

Pass 13 Aug 2013 114,447 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 108,312 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 16 Aug 2011 106,655 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2011 106,655 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2010 101,013 miles
Fail 22 May 2010 101,013 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2010 101,013 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2009 83,836 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2008 72,236 miles

Both front tyres perrishing

Both front tyres wearing on outer edges.

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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P114 HBC is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 P114 HBC, 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.

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P114 HBC is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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