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R761 KAW

1998 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Jun 2027
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

57,628 mi
Last recorded57,628 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR761 KAW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 57,628 miles

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced N/S inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced O/S inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Rear suspension components corroded

Service brake binding but not excessively Both rear (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 3 Jun 2025 57,388 miles

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Small hole in inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Small hole in inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Fail 24 Apr 2025 57,363 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 57,228 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2023 57,019 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2022 55,896 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2021 53,980 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2020 52,661 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2019 51,879 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2017 51,436 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2017 51,436 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 18 Nov 2016 48,784 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 18 Nov 2016 48,784 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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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R761 KAW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 R761 KAW, 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 R761 KAW registered?

R761 KAW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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