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P445 KBC

1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 May 2027
Tests31 (20 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate64.5%

Mileage

77,904 mi
Last recorded77,904 miles
Recorded on22 May 2026
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee141,324 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP445 KBC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

20 pass 11 fail
Pass 22 May 2026 77,904 miles

both rear floors corroded not in prescribed area

Fail 22 May 2026 77,905 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear floors corroded not in prescribed area

Fail 22 May 2026 77,905 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (5.3.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

both rear floors corroded not in prescribed area

Pass 25 Apr 2025 70,450 miles

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/r inner arch corroded

Fail 24 Apr 2025 70,445 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength wheel arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

n/s/f brake pipe corroded

o/s/r inner arch corroded

Pass 26 Apr 2024 68,177 miles
Fail 26 Apr 2024 68,177 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 24 May 2023 65,782 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2022 63,890 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2021 62,053 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 195/70/15C /104 - 102R (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively both rear (1.2.1 (e))

general corrosion around vehicle

offside rear fog light faded

offside rear wheel arch corroded condition

rear exhaust mounting broken

Pass 14 Aug 2020 61,392 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion around vehicle

nearside front tyre outer sidewall perished condition [ 195/70/15/C/104/102R ]

offside rear anti-roll link lower bush worn

offside rear wheel arch corroded condition

rear fog lamp faded in colour

Fail 10 Aug 2020 61,390 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength subframe mount area (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

general corrosion around vehicle

nearside front tyre outer sidewall perished condition [ 195/70/15/C/104/102R ]

offside rear anti-roll link lower bush worn

offside rear wheel arch corroded condition

rear fog lamp faded in colour

Fail 23 Jul 2020 61,340 miles

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

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

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

corrosion around vehicle

Pass 24 Jul 2019 60,204 miles

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 24 Jul 2019 60,204 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 28 Jul 2018 58,147 miles

corrosion to vehicle

Fail 23 Jul 2018 58,120 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

corrosion to vehicle

Pass 25 Jul 2017 56,308 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2016 54,181 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2015 52,624 miles

corrosion to underside

Fail 27 Jul 2015 52,624 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

corrosion to underside

Pass 26 Jul 2014 49,797 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2013 45,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.2.6)

Pass 24 Jul 2012 42,034 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2011 39,419 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2010 35,449 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2009 31,900 miles

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 28 Jul 2008 27,709 miles
Fail 26 Jul 2008 27,703 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Fail 20 Aug 2007 23,836 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 20 Aug 2007 23,836 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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P445 KBC is a 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Green with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 31 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 64.5%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.2% with a typical mileage of 141,324 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P445 KBC, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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P445 KBC is a 1996 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 August 1996.

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