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R69 LHK

1998 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Jun 2019
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,608 mi
Last recorded140,608 miles
Recorded on31 May 2019
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR69 LHK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Fail 31 May 2019 140,608 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill / floor (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

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

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Steering column universal joint modified such that the steering is adversely affected joint siezed (2.1.3 (f) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

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

coolant level low

Pass 13 Jun 2018 129,445 miles

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 13 Jun 2018 129,445 miles

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

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim so that beam "kick up" is not visible on the screen (4.1.2 (a))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Central Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill nearside (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Driver's view to the front outside the swept area of the windscreen wipers restricted by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced cross-member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 22 Jun 2017 115,369 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2016 109,914 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2015 105,661 miles

Oil leak

Fail 24 Jun 2015 105,661 miles

Nearside Body or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Oil leak

Pass 27 Jun 2014 99,490 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 92,542 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 21 Jul 2011 78,779 miles

limited inspection of o/s rear esat belt (first row) due to child seat.

n/s/r tyre badly worn on outer edge.

Pass 20 Aug 2010 73,101 miles
Fail 20 Aug 2010 73,101 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 3 Jun 2009 63,026 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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R69 LHK is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 R69 LHK, 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 R69 LHK registered?

R69 LHK is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1998.

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