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P251 CRN

1997 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Jun 2014
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

98,166 mi
Last recorded98,166 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2013
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP251 CRN
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2013 98,166 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Pass 8 Nov 2011 92,254 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt damaged but webbing not significantly weakened (5.2.2a)

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

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

Pass 6 Nov 2010 85,464 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

Pass 3 Nov 2009 80,311 miles

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

Fail 31 Oct 2008 73,229 miles

Centre Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

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

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

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

Pass 31 Oct 2008 73,229 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Nov 2007 64,477 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2006 56,241 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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P251 CRN is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 P251 CRN, 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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What year was P251 CRN registered?

P251 CRN is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 February 1997.

Is P251 CRN safe to buy?

The MOT history for P251 CRN shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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