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R112 BWB

2006 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

190,763 mi
Last recorded190,763 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2006 Mazda Bongo130,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR112 BWB
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2006
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 190,763 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2025 190,750 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

Pass 11 Oct 2024 189,453 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2024 187,641 miles

Both sides inner sills corroding.

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

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

Fail 25 Jan 2024 187,631 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Both sides inner sills corroding.

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

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

Pass 12 Jan 2023 182,119 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2021 178,428 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2020 173,033 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2019 104,940 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Fail 16 Apr 2019 163,460 miles

Emissions not tested (8.2.2.2 (e))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 5 Apr 2018 154,653 miles

underside of vehicle showing signs of corrosion

Pass 20 Apr 2017 143,865 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 138,075 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2015 130,549 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 124,280 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 123,271 miles

Coolant leak

Oil leak

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Pass 1 Aug 2012 116,645 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2012 116,637 miles

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

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

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 28 Jul 2010 112,358 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2009 107,374 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2008 90,556 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2007 87,162 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2006 81,759 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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R112 BWB is a 2006 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 R112 BWB, 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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What year was R112 BWB registered?

R112 BWB is a 2006 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 August 2006.

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