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R379 XBT

2010 Mazda Bongo Friendee

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests22 (16 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

165,585 mi
Last recorded165,585 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda Bongo Friendee125,474 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR379 XBT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2010
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 6 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 165,585 miles

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill not within a P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 161,072 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 24 Jul 2023 157,348 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 24 Jul 2023 157,347 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Aug 2022 153,243 miles

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well not within P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill not within P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 26 Jul 2022 153,243 miles

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

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Wheel well not within P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Sill not within P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2021 147,756 miles

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central sill not within a P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front joint on rear prop (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 20 Jul 2021 147,754 miles

Offside Oil leaking excessively from transmission Oil cooler pipes (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Central sill not within a P/A (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Upper Suspension rod corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively Front joint on rear prop (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Pass 11 Aug 2020 146,346 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Towbar removed at time of test

Pass 24 Jul 2019 141,720 miles
Fail 24 Jul 2019 141,720 miles

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

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Rear bump stops corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2018 135,758 miles

exhaust rusted/startingt o corrode in places

exhaust tail pipe rusted/staring to corrode

inner sills rusted/starting to corrode in places

nsr outer front lower wheel arch rusted/starting to corrode

Pass 31 Jul 2017 127,845 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 118,777 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2015 112,091 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2014 107,033 miles
Fail 4 Aug 2014 107,029 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 8 Aug 2013 102,152 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 96,920 miles
Fail 15 Aug 2012 96,917 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 17 Aug 2011 90,821 miles
Pass 16 Aug 2010 83,611 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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R379 XBT is a 2010 Mazda Bongo Friendee in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 2010 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 125,474 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R379 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 16 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R379 XBT registered?

R379 XBT is a 2010 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 September 2010.

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