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P717 LRX

1997 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Aug 2023
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

95,900 mi
Last recorded95,900 miles
Recorded on11 Aug 2022
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP717 LRX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Aug 2022 95,900 miles

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

Offside Front Lower ball joint split pin not turned down

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

Fail 3 Aug 2022 95,898 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front of inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear of inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced front of inner arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower ball joint split pin not turned down

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2021 95,580 miles

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2021 95,525 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Headlamp light source and lamp not compatible (4.1.4 (c))

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2020 94,720 miles

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2019 92,933 miles

All Tyres wearing on edges

Front Radiator support cross member corroded

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside inner sill/body corroded

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 16 Jul 2018 92,166 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2018 92,126 miles

Offside Rear Integral body structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner and outer sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

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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P717 LRX is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 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 P717 LRX, 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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P717 LRX is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1997.

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