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P261 UPW

2007 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Aug 2023
Tests18 (13 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate72.2%

Mileage

251,489 mi
Last recorded251,489 miles
Recorded on6 Aug 2022
Typical for 2007 Mazda Bongo134,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP261 UPW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

13 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Aug 2022 251,489 miles

heavily undersealed underneath

Pass 22 Oct 2018 187,411 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2017 179,862 miles

Nearside sill corroded

Offside sill corroded

Fail 4 Oct 2017 179,663 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner & outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

corrosion in outer sills, both sides below 'b' post area but not within prescribed area

Pass 13 Oct 2016 171,228 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2015 159,648 miles
Fail 13 Oct 2015 159,648 miles

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

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

Pass 10 Oct 2014 148,387 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2013 136,475 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 10 Oct 2013 136,475 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 128,202 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2011 116,848 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 10 Oct 2011 116,848 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Oct 2010 102,499 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2010 102,499 miles

Offside Inner Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 9 Oct 2009 88,686 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2008 74,495 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 2 Oct 2007 60,850 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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P261 UPW is a 2007 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.2%.

Across all 2007 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 134,152 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 P261 UPW, 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 19 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P261 UPW registered?

P261 UPW is a 2007 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 11 October 2007.

Is P261 UPW safe to buy?

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