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P438 GJK

2004 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Oct 2024
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,528 mi
Last recorded98,528 miles
Recorded on9 Oct 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo134,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP438 GJK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2004
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Oct 2023 98,528 miles
Fail 29 Sep 2023 98,392 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light fault with switch (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 Sep 2022 94,098 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2021 89,173 miles
Fail 28 Sep 2021 89,136 miles

Offside Front Brake hose connection leaking on an air braking system fixing to caliper (1.1.12 (c) (i))

Pass 28 Sep 2020 85,521 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 27 Sep 2019 82,392 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2018 78,314 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Sep 2017 75,038 miles

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 29 Mar 2016 68,366 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2015 65,405 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2014 61,009 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Mar 2013 59,039 miles

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

Fail 16 Mar 2013 59,009 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 13 Mar 2012 55,173 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2011 50,969 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2010 48,135 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 47,385 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2008 44,932 miles
Fail 11 Aug 2008 44,932 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 9 Aug 2007 43,175 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2006 41,830 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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P438 GJK is a 2004 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 134,910 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 P438 GJK, 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 22 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P438 GJK registered?

P438 GJK is a 2004 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 October 2004.

Is P438 GJK safe to buy?

The MOT history for P438 GJK shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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