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R609 KAR

2007 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 May 2024
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

203,806 mi
Last recorded203,806 miles
Recorded on9 May 2023
Typical for 2007 Mazda Bongo134,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR609 KAR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2007
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 May 2023 203,806 miles

Coil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Dec 2022 203,778 miles

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

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

Pass 16 Nov 2021 196,806 miles

Front and rear suspension and chassis badly corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner sill holed and corroded but not near a prescribed area

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner sill holed and corroded but not near a prescribed area

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Fog lamp discoloured

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Fail 4 Nov 2021 196,806 miles

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

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

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

Front and rear suspension and chassis badly corroded

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Inner sill holed and corroded but not near a prescribed area

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner sill holed and corroded but not near a prescribed area

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Fog lamp discoloured

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Pass 12 Aug 2019 196,356 miles

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

Nearside Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2018 193,740 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2018 193,740 miles

Front Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Front pipe broken at manifold (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 2 Aug 2017 187,490 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2016 173,720 miles
Fail 19 Jul 2016 173,720 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 166,913 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 156,159 miles

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

Pass 3 Jul 2013 146,006 miles

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

Pass 11 Jul 2012 136,171 miles

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.C.1b)

emits smoke at idle but not exessive

Pass 26 Jul 2011 134,859 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2010 130,857 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 129,178 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2008 114,132 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2007 98,023 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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R609 KAR is a 2007 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 R609 KAR, 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.

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What year was R609 KAR registered?

R609 KAR is a 2007 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 26 September 2007.

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