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P428 DVK

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Lpg 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

215,878 mi
Last recorded215,878 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP428 DVK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeLpg
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2026 215,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 18 Sep 2026 215,878 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2025 212,418 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 208,969 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2023 205,419 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2022 200,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 25 Aug 2022 200,197 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Sep 2021 196,119 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2020 190,927 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 18 Aug 2020 190,927 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 26 Jul 2019 187,472 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 3 Aug 2018 179,510 miles
Fail 1 Aug 2018 179,440 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Jul 2017 163,423 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2016 152,184 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2015 137,852 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2014 120,501 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

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

Pass 14 Aug 2013 103,792 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2012 884,160 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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P428 DVK is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc lpg engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 133,482 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 P428 DVK, 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 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was P428 DVK registered?

P428 DVK is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

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The MOT history for P428 DVK shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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