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P272 FWP

1997 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires25 Mar 2020
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

172,527 mi
Last recorded172,527 miles
Recorded on22 Mar 2019
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP272 FWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Mar 2019 172,527 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2018 170,571 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2018 170,562 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 16 Mar 2017 166,470 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2016 162,132 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2015 158,383 miles

n/s/f outer c v boot perished

n/s/r tyre on limit

Pass 19 Mar 2014 155,483 miles

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

Pass 25 Mar 2013 152,731 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.2b)

Pass 21 Mar 2012 149,498 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2011 144,010 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2010 134,688 miles
Fail 12 Mar 2010 134,688 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 26 Mar 2009 128,229 miles

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

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

Pass 14 May 2008 127,976 miles
Fail 7 May 2008 127,976 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

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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P272 FWP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 P272 FWP, 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 P272 FWP registered?

P272 FWP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P272 FWP safe to buy?

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