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P487 UAF

1996 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2400cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Nov 2012
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

182,196 mi
Last recorded182,196 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2011
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP487 UAF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2011 182,196 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2010 166,286 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 147,855 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2008 132,236 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2008 132,236 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 13 Sep 2007 117,162 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2006 100,478 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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P487 UAF is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,400cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 P487 UAF, 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 P487 UAF registered?

P487 UAF is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 January 1996.

Is P487 UAF safe to buy?

The MOT history for P487 UAF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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