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R485 GCL

1998 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Oct 2026
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

235,930 mi
Last recorded235,930 miles
Recorded on8 Oct 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR485 GCL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 8 Oct 2025 235,930 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Oct 2025 235,917 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Sep 2024 232,567 miles

Nearside Front Screw in tyre

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Aug 2024 232,520 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Power steering pipe/hose leaking (2.1.5 (a))

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

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Power steering fluid level below minimum (2.1.5 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Aug 2023 230,502 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2023 230,502 miles

Power steering malfunctioning (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 18 Aug 2022 226,845 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2021 218,835 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2021 218,830 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 199,571 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2018 194,557 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2017 190,259 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2016 85,219 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2015 179,336 miles

Oil leak

Pass 16 Apr 2014 174,519 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2013 168,942 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Pass 4 May 2012 164,018 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 158,126 miles
Pass 12 May 2010 152,174 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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R485 GCL is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 125,789 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 R485 GCL, 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 28 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R485 GCL registered?

R485 GCL is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R485 GCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for R485 GCL shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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