CarVerify

Free Car Check

P925 FTA

1996 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 Jul 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

220,502 mi
Last recorded220,502 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2025
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

4 checks still locked for this Mazda
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationP925 FTA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2025 220,502 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2024 213,364 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Jul 2023 210,786 miles

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

Pass 16 Jul 2022 207,660 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2021 206,464 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 23 Jul 2021 206,457 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

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

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jul 2020 203,224 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge bold on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 22 Mar 2019 199,532 miles

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 11 Mar 2019 199,532 miles

Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Coolant leak ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Jun 2017 195,263 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 188,340 miles

STEERING WHEEL COVER LOOSE.INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT CHECK-C/S.OIL LEAK.MISC R SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN.CORROSION MISC COMPONENTS-R SUSPENSION AREA-CHASSIS-SILLS ETC.MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.R BUMP STOPS MISSING.WALL DAMAGE N/S/F TYRE.

Fail 23 Mar 2015 188,340 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

STEERING WHEEL COVER LOOSE.INCOMPLETE SEAT BELT CHECK-C/S.OIL LEAK.MISC R SUSPENSION BUSHES WORN.CORROSION MISC COMPONENTS-R SUSPENSION AREA-CHASSIS-SILLS ETC.MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.R BUMP STOPS MISSING.WALL DAMAGE N/S/F TYRE.

Fail 12 Mar 2014 179,427 miles

Offside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

front brake padsgetting low and off side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 12 Mar 2014 179,427 miles

front brake padsgetting low and off side front tyre worn on edges

Pass 26 Mar 2013 170,305 miles

N/S MIRROR LOOSE.O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR.TYRES PRESS?MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.R BUMP STOPS MISSING.CORROSION MISC COMPONENTS-BRAKES-CHASSIS-SUSPENSION ETC.DISCS CORRODED.N/S/F TYRE VERY CLOSE LIMIT.

Fail 13 Mar 2013 170,305 miles

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

Nearside Rear reflector excessively damaged so that its function is impaired (1.5.1c)

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

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

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

N/S MIRROR LOOSE.O/S HEADLIGHT PATTERN POOR.TYRES PRESS?MINOR PLAY F SUSPENSION ARMS.R BUMP STOPS MISSING.CORROSION MISC COMPONENTS-BRAKES-CHASSIS-SUSPENSION ETC.DISCS CORRODED.N/S/F TYRE VERY CLOSE LIMIT.

Pass 3 Jun 2011 158,801 miles

Rear seats folded away not allowing full inspection of an adult belt

Pass 2 May 2010 140,948 miles

slight play in os/f drop link.

corrosion on outer sills.

front brake discs worn.

front brake discs worn.

front panel corroded.

front panel slighly corroded.

play in os/f drop link.

rear brake discs worn and corroded.

rear brake discs worn.

rear brake pads getting very low.

rear brake pads getting very low.

slight corrosion on outer sills.

Pass 2 Mar 2009 137,695 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1a)

Pass 13 Feb 2008 127,148 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2007 111,040 miles
Fail 3 Apr 2007 11,104 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Inner Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting fractured (2.4.G.1)

Pass 2 Apr 2006 89,888 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
Full Mazda Bongo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

P925 FTA is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 P925 FTA, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of P925 FTA?

You can check the full history of P925 FTA by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was P925 FTA registered?

P925 FTA is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1996.

Is P925 FTA safe to buy?

The MOT history for P925 FTA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does P925 FTA have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on P925 FTA. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.