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R253 PEL

2005 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires27 Oct 2024
Tests21 (13 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate61.9%

Mileage

167,883 mi
Last recorded167,883 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2023
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR253 PEL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 8 fail
Pass 28 Oct 2023 167,883 miles

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

Front Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Rear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 19 Aug 2021 167,517 miles

underside suspension componants surface rust

Pass 8 Nov 2017 166,469 miles
Fail 8 Nov 2017 166,469 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 166,363 miles

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

Offside Outer sill corroded and holed

o/s and n/s inner sills corroded and holed but not within structural point

Pass 25 Aug 2015 162,950 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2015 162,950 miles

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

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

Fail 12 Aug 2014 161,162 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 161,162 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 22 Aug 2013 154,226 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Fail 14 Aug 2013 154,226 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Inner Body or chassis has an unsatisfactory modification, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Outer Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

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

Offside Inner Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

o/s rear wheel arch insecure

Fail 15 Aug 2012 144,836 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 15 Aug 2012 144,836 miles

Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 19 Aug 2011 137,966 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Fail 7 Jun 2010 129,878 miles

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

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

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

Pass 7 Jun 2010 129,878 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2009 118,020 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2008 109,424 miles

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Fail 13 Mar 2008 109,424 miles

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

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Centre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2007 100,730 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2006 93,014 miles

Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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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R253 PEL is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.9%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 R253 PEL, 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 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R253 PEL registered?

R253 PEL is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 2005.

Is R253 PEL safe to buy?

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