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R144 CVS

1997 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Dec 2015
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

278,742 mi
Last recorded278,742 miles
Recorded on8 Dec 2014
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR144 CVS
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 8 Dec 2014 278,742 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2013 249,662 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Dec 2012 220,370 miles
Fail 13 Dec 2011 209,139 miles

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

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 209,139 miles

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

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

Pass 24 Nov 2010 194,721 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

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

Nearside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

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

Offside outer track rod end joint cover split/missing

Pass 11 Dec 2009 180,313 miles

Suspension joint offside upper dust cover split/missing

Pass 10 Dec 2008 164,974 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 5 Dec 2007 149,506 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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R144 CVS is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 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 R144 CVS, 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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What year was R144 CVS registered?

R144 CVS is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 October 1997.

Is R144 CVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for R144 CVS shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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