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R633 YYC

1997 Mazda Bongo

Maroon Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

195,079 mi
Last recorded195,079 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR633 YYC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourMaroon
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 195,079 miles

Rear wheel arches corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2022 188,360 miles

Offside Rear inner wheel arch corroded

Rear wheel arches corroded and temp repair

general under body corrosion

Pass 3 Sep 2021 180,514 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2020 171,776 miles

Rear wheel arches starting to corrode

Pass 5 Sep 2019 158,538 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2018 141,898 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 8 Sep 2017 122,531 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 Sep 2016 106,403 miles

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 9 Sep 2016 105,937 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Sep 2015 95,609 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2015 95,609 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 12 Sep 2014 84,256 miles

o/s/f tyre perished

Pass 17 Sep 2013 75,360 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2013 75,360 miles

Battery leaking electrolyte (1.9.1)

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Pass 17 Sep 2012 69,629 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2011 62,231 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2010 54,779 miles

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

Tyre size different front to rear

Pass 28 Sep 2009 42,065 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2008 31,092 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2007 26,469 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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R633 YYC is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Maroon with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 131,832 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 R633 YYC, 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 29 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R633 YYC registered?

R633 YYC is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R633 YYC safe to buy?

The MOT history for R633 YYC shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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