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P362 BNW

1997 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Oct 2026
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

155,912 mi
Last recorded155,912 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP362 BNW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2025 155,912 miles

Nearside Front Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2024 153,710 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 151,819 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 149,719 miles
Fail 4 Oct 2022 149,713 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 4 Oct 2021 146,492 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2020 142,122 miles
Fail 8 Oct 2020 142,122 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Oct 2019 136,606 miles

Both front headlamps fading

Both rear tyres wearing to edges

Offside Rear antiroll bar has play

Pass 17 Oct 2018 129,287 miles

both headlamp lenses started to fade

offside rear fog light slightly discoloured

Pass 13 Oct 2017 119,825 miles

both headlamp lenses deteriorating

Pass 17 Oct 2016 112,378 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2016 112,378 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Pass 7 Jun 2016 112,372 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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P362 BNW is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 P362 BNW, 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 P362 BNW registered?

P362 BNW is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 1997.

Is P362 BNW safe to buy?

The MOT history for P362 BNW shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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