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R702 XSW

1998 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests8 (7 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

175,678 mi
Last recorded175,678 miles
Recorded on28 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR702 XSW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

7 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Aug 2025 175,678 miles

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

Pass 3 Sep 2024 168,198 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 159,714 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2022 150,106 miles

Nearside Front Power steering component has slight seepage from a component (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 10 Sep 2021 140,652 miles

vehicle been under seal

Fail 8 Sep 2021 140,625 miles

Offside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

vehicle been under seal

Pass 21 Oct 2020 138,741 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 134,751 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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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R702 XSW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

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 R702 XSW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R702 XSW registered?

R702 XSW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 10 June 1998.

Is R702 XSW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R702 XSW shows 8 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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