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R246 YTF

2007 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Mar 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

164,078 mi
Last recorded164,078 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda Bongo134,152 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR246 YTF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2007
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 164,078 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2025 162,354 miles
Fail 22 Mar 2025 162,049 miles

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 24 May 2024 160,659 miles
Fail 23 May 2024 160,583 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Pass 9 Jun 2023 158,150 miles
Pass 19 May 2022 155,525 miles
Pass 24 May 2021 152,142 miles
Pass 2 Jun 2020 150,870 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 147,750 miles
Fail 21 May 2019 147,748 miles

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

Pass 12 Jun 2018 141,996 miles

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

Pass 30 May 2017 137,342 miles

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

Fail 24 May 2017 136,955 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings sill (6.1.B.2)

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 129,605 miles

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Fail 7 Jun 2016 129,591 miles

Offside Front Service brake grabbing severely (3.7.C.2)

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure has slight corrosion sill (6.1.A.1)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 123,239 miles

No smoke detected

Pass 27 Jun 2014 118,972 miles

OSF tyre cracked

Pass 1 Jul 2013 112,745 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2012 110,273 miles

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

Pass 19 Jul 2012 110,273 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2011 103,177 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2010 100,073 miles

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

Pass 12 Jul 2010 100,073 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2009 96,913 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2008 89,702 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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R246 YTF is a 2007 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2007 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 134,152 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 R246 YTF, 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 19 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R246 YTF registered?

R246 YTF is a 2007 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 3 August 2007.

Is R246 YTF safe to buy?

The MOT history for R246 YTF shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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