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P561 LMO

2003 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires30 Apr 2016
Tests15 (9 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

189,913 mi
Last recorded189,913 miles
Recorded on1 May 2015
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP561 LMO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 6 fail
Pass 1 May 2015 189,913 miles

Front brake pads appear to be wearing low

Rear brake pads appear to be wearing low

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s/r tyre worn on the inner edge

Fail 25 Mar 2015 189,909 miles

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

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front brake pads appear to be wearing low

Rear brake pads appear to be wearing low

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

o/s/r tyre worn on the inner edge

Pass 5 Mar 2014 182,759 miles

Both headlamp lens misty starting to effect the beam pattern

Corrosion o/s & n/s rear wheel arches

untidy wiring under bonnet

Fail 5 Mar 2014 182,759 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely by positive means (7.2.4b)

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Both headlamp lens misty starting to effect the beam pattern

Corrosion o/s & n/s rear wheel arches

untidy wiring under bonnet

Pass 5 Mar 2013 176,053 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside front tyre under inflated.

Fail 27 Feb 2013 176,053 miles

Centre Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on dipped beam (1.7.4a)

Offside Headlamp does not operate immediately when selected on main beam (1.7.4a)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

nearside front tyre under inflated.

Pass 8 Mar 2012 169,920 miles

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

nearside+offside rear vehicle corroded

Fail 8 Mar 2012 169,917 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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

nearside+offside rear vehicle corroded

Pass 17 Feb 2011 160,103 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Fail 17 Feb 2011 160,103 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Pass 27 Jan 2010 156,275 miles

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

Pass 21 Nov 2008 153,495 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2007 147,131 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2007 147,131 miles

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

Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 28 Nov 2006 136,369 miles

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

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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P561 LMO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 6,854 recorded failures. If you're considering buying P561 LMO, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P561 LMO registered?

P561 LMO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 4 November 2003.

Is P561 LMO safe to buy?

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