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P384 FTT

1997 Mazda Bongo

Red Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Oct 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

183,789 mi
Last recorded183,789 miles
Recorded on17 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP384 FTT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Oct 2025 183,789 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2025 173,249 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2024 168,260 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 163,425 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 160,091 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2021 156,085 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2020 149,390 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2019 140,992 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 18 Jan 2019 140,992 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Jan 2018 133,482 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2017 123,907 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2017 123,907 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 116,944 miles
Fail 22 Jan 2016 116,944 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush both inner D bushs (2.4.G.2)

Pass 19 Jan 2015 110,085 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 103,621 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2013 97,307 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2012 91,171 miles
Pass 4 Jan 2011 86,453 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2010 79,912 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2009 72,789 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2008 65,299 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2007 59,234 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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P384 FTT is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Red with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 P384 FTT, 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

How do I check the history of P384 FTT?

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What year was P384 FTT registered?

P384 FTT is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

Is P384 FTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for P384 FTT shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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