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R297 GPT

2016 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Nov 2026
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

139,082 mi
Last recorded139,082 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2025
Typical for 2016 Mazda Bongo115,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR297 GPT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2025 139,082 miles

Front discs corroded inner face

General underbody corrosion

Minor oil leak

Pass 8 Jul 2024 133,940 miles

underbody corrosion

Pass 11 Nov 2022 129,882 miles

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

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

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

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Fail 10 Nov 2022 129,881 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 22 Oct 2021 117,907 miles

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

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 12 Oct 2020 112,888 miles
Fail 12 Oct 2020 112,888 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Apr 2019 107,873 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2018 106,014 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2017 101,049 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2016 89,431 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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R297 GPT is a 2016 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2016 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 115,200 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 R297 GPT, 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 10 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R297 GPT registered?

R297 GPT is a 2016 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is R297 GPT safe to buy?

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