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P472 LRD

2005 Ford Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Jan 2023
Tests19 (13 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate68.4%

Mileage

190,975 mi
Last recorded190,975 miles
Recorded on13 Dec 2021
Typical for 2005 Ford Bongo162,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP472 LRD
MakeFord
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc
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MOT History

13 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Dec 2021 190,975 miles
Pass 7 Dec 2020 183,575 miles

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

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

Pass 11 Jun 2019 177,798 miles

both front tyres worn heavy inner edges

Fail 7 Jun 2019 177,795 miles

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

Offside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

both front tyres worn heavy inner edges

Pass 2 Jul 2018 168,559 miles

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

Nearside Rear 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))

Fail 2 Jul 2018 168,559 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 15 Jun 2017 153,147 miles
Fail 15 Jun 2017 153,147 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 21 Jun 2016 140,037 miles

N/S/F tyre getting low

Surface corrosion inner and outer sills, wheel arches

Suspension bushes deteriorating / perishing

Fail 20 Jun 2016 140,034 miles

Nearside Electrical wiring inadequately supported battery terminal loose (1.9.2a)

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

N/S/F tyre getting low

Surface corrosion inner and outer sills, wheel arches

Suspension bushes deteriorating / perishing

Pass 19 May 2015 126,319 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2014 110,879 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2014 110,729 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar insecure (2.4.G.1)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 101,778 miles

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

Pass 16 Jun 2010 89,912 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2008 74,974 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 66,085 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2007 66,085 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 31 Jul 2006 56,317 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Bongo?

Based on 4,842 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,037
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 159
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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P472 LRD is a 2005 Ford Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.4%.

Across all 2005 Ford Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.3% with a typical mileage of 162,806 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P472 LRD, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P472 LRD is a 2005 Ford Bongo, first registered on 20 July 2005.

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