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P466 FWP

1997 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Jan 2021
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

252,771 mi
Last recorded252,771 miles
Recorded on8 Jan 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP466 FWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Jan 2020 252,771 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2019 252,771 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 11 Dec 2019 252,745 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

General corrosion on underside of vehicle some area's look to have been recently undersealed

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Arch corroded and covered in tape

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 7th seats ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2018 251,781 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 18 Jan 2017 242,495 miles

patches of underside corrosion

Pass 15 Jan 2016 228,554 miles
Pass 12 Jan 2015 208,446 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2014 199,020 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Jan 2013 185,994 miles

Complete exhaust corroded and deteriorating + blowing from centre slightly

Engine oil leak + damp around back of fuel pump (can't fully inspect)

Front brake discs slightly corroded on inside faces

Handbrake travel high

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 21 Oct 2011 173,031 miles

patches of corrosion

Pass 16 Feb 2010 155,286 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 10 Feb 2010 155,286 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecurely mounted to its housing (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 4 Feb 2009 135,302 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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P466 FWP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 P466 FWP, 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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P466 FWP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1997.

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