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P127 BHG

2008 Ford Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 Sep 2022
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

131,019 mi
Last recorded131,019 miles
Recorded on20 Sep 2021
Typical for 2008 Ford Bongo124,637 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP127 BHG
MakeFord
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Sep 2021 131,019 miles

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 131,010 miles

Nearside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting Sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Sep 2020 130,016 miles

Nearside Rear Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 7 May 2019 125,312 miles
Fail 7 May 2019 125,312 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 8 May 2018 116,218 miles
Pass 2 May 2017 108,229 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Aug 2016 104,760 miles

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

Nearside Front brake grabbing

Nearside Rear tyre perished

Offside Rear Body has slight corrosion inner sill (6.1.B.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2015 98,519 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 96,819 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2013 96,197 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 20 Jan 2012 91,557 miles

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jan 2011 81,582 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2010 70,101 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 23 Jan 2009 60,325 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2008 45,773 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Bongo?

Based on 4,842 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,037
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 159
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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P127 BHG is a 2008 Ford Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2008 Ford Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 124,637 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P127 BHG, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 18 years old, this Ford Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P127 BHG registered?

P127 BHG is a 2008 Ford Bongo, first registered on 1 February 2008.

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