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P54 GTA

1997 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Mar 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

209,026 mi
Last recorded209,026 miles
Recorded on27 Feb 2026
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP54 GTA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 27 Feb 2026 209,026 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2026 209,026 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2025 205,042 miles

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 25 Feb 2025 205,042 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front crossmember (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 203,847 miles

Central Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced rear cross member corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2023 202,905 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2023 202,905 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 201,202 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2020 199,063 miles

nearside mirror insecure

Pass 18 Feb 2019 192,560 miles
Fail 18 Feb 2019 192,560 miles

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 21 Nov 2017 191,465 miles

Central stop light not working

Pass 17 Nov 2016 188,631 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2016 188,597 miles

Front Electrical wiring insecure (1.9.2a)

Front Vehicle structure has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings cross member (6.1.B.2)

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

Nearside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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

Offside Front Tie bar/rod ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Nov 2015 182,317 miles
Fail 27 Nov 2015 182,317 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Pass 23 Mar 2015 175,110 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 24 Mar 2014 165,990 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

advise front brake discs corored

Pass 29 Mar 2013 155,649 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 143,802 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2011 123,793 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 123,790 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

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

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

front cross member starting to corrode

nearside front chassis starting to corrode

Pass 22 Apr 2010 101,255 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2009 88,556 miles
Fail 25 Feb 2009 88,555 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 May 2008 85,502 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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P54 GTA is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 P54 GTA, 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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What year was P54 GTA registered?

P54 GTA is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 June 1997.

Is P54 GTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P54 GTA shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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