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R679 NDS

1997 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests6 (4 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

115,888 mi
Last recorded115,888 miles
Recorded on31 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR679 NDS
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 2 fail
Pass 31 Oct 2025 115,888 miles

corrosion all around underbody areas inner arches n/s ouder sills weak unprescribed areas

corrosion to front and rear suspension components inc coil springs

Fail 30 Oct 2025 115,888 miles

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

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

corrosion all around underbody areas inner arches n/s ouder sills weak unprescribed areas

corrosion to front and rear suspension components inc coil springs

Pass 25 Oct 2024 115,422 miles

corrosion all around underbody areas parts of underside undersealed, filler present outer sills

corrosion to front and rear suspension components

n/s/r bump stop missing

Fail 18 Sep 2024 115,421 miles

Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Nearside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Steering locking device missing ball joint (2.1.3 (d))

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

Nearside Front Steering locking device missing track rod end (2.1.3 (d))

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

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outer sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under floors to sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength under floor to sills (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced outers and under floor to sills (7.1.1 (a) (i))

corrosion all around underbody areas parts of underside undersealed

corrosion to front and rear suspension components

n/s/r bump stop missing

Pass 15 Feb 2023 114,737 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2021 114,407 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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R679 NDS is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 R679 NDS, 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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R679 NDS is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 November 1997.

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