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P79 RBP

2006 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 May 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

314,194 mi
Last recorded314,194 miles
Recorded on5 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Mazda Bongo130,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP79 RBP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 5 May 2026 314,194 miles

OSF inner sill corroded

Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

coolant/heater hose damp OS underside of body

excessive corrosion NSR inner sill behind rear wheel

rear wiper blade split

Pass 29 Apr 2025 304,904 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2025 304,904 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 28 May 2024 297,550 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Steering column universal joint has slight wear or play (2.2.2 (c))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Apr 2023 289,914 miles

Nearside Inner Sill corroded

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Centre to rear joint (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Sill holed and corroded

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Outer Sill holed and corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 13 Mar 2023 289,698 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting inner wing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Coolant leak underside of vehicle ()

Items removed from driver's view prior to test phone holder ()

Nearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

Offside Rear sill protruding sharp edge may cause injury if contacted

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Power steering pipe/hose has slight seepage at rack (2.1.5 (a))

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

Pass 19 May 2022 279,106 miles

Coil spring corroded All (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases front to centre joint ( bolt/stud snapped) (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Inner sill corroded and holed

Nearside Front Inner upper wheel arch holed and corroded

Nearside Rear Outer sill holed

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on edges also cracked/perished (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Outer sill holed and corroded @ rear

Oil leak, but not excessive engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 269,672 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 263,971 miles

Central Front Power steering pump has slight seepage (2.1.5 (a))

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

Offside Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2019 252,971 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fail 30 Apr 2019 252,971 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 4 Sep 2017 235,395 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2016 223,026 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2015 213,651 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 203,179 miles

Oil leak

Pass 8 Apr 2013 186,416 miles
Fail 26 Mar 2013 186,416 miles

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

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

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

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

too much travel on footbrake

Pass 30 Mar 2012 175,427 miles
Fail 30 Mar 2012 175,427 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Fail 23 Mar 2011 160,510 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 23 Mar 2011 160,510 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2010 144,402 miles

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Fail 6 Apr 2010 144,378 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Nearside Rear position lamp(s) slightly affected by the operation of another lamp (1.1.A.3f)

Pass 7 Apr 2009 128,638 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2008 117,410 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2006 110,068 miles
Fail 21 Aug 2006 110,068 miles

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

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

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

Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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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P79 RBP is a 2006 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

Across all 2006 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 130,909 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 P79 RBP, 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 20 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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P79 RBP is a 2006 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 2006.

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