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P160 RNE

1997 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Aug 2024
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

73,980 mi
Last recorded73,980 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP160 RNE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 29 Aug 2023 73,980 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2022 71,968 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2021 69,633 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2020 68,317 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2019 67,380 miles

n\s\f and o\s\f inner sills corroded

Pass 16 Jul 2018 64,450 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2017 60,153 miles

Nearside sill slight corrosion

Pass 30 Jun 2016 58,931 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 57,910 miles

tail pipe off rear box(exhaust) missing

Pass 12 Jun 2014 56,071 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 52,455 miles

n/s/r drop link slight play

Pass 13 Jun 2012 49,825 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2011 46,655 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2010 42,316 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2009 36,498 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2008 32,377 miles
Pass 18 May 2007 30,317 miles

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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P160 RNE is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 P160 RNE, 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 P160 RNE registered?

P160 RNE is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 May 1997.

Is P160 RNE safe to buy?

The MOT history for P160 RNE shows 17 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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