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R844 OWT

2007 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Mar 2027
Tests24 (17 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate70.8%

Mileage

226,020 mi
Last recorded226,020 miles
Recorded on28 Mar 2026
Typical for 2007 Mazda Bongo134,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR844 OWT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2007
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

17 pass 7 fail
Pass 28 Mar 2026 226,020 miles

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

Offside Front mirror taped up

Offside Rear jacking point corroded

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 223,757 miles

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear jacking point corroded

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 5 Feb 2024 222,186 miles

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

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

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Fail 1 Feb 2024 222,137 miles

Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced bottom radiator support corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel ach corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner wheel ach corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear quarter valance corded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Brake pipe leaking on a hydraulic braking system (1.1.11 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases back box (6.1.2 (a))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 1 Mar 2023 221,280 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

both outer sills corroded

both rear corners corroded

Fail 7 Feb 2023 221,256 miles

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

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

both outer sills corroded

both rear corners corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2022 216,084 miles

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

Pass 22 Feb 2021 203,150 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2019 199,692 miles

corrosion

Fail 24 Aug 2015 199,615 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 24 Aug 2015 199,615 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 6 Aug 2014 194,258 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Jul 2013 186,177 miles
Fail 15 Jul 2013 186,177 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 178,050 miles

Oil leak

Fail 2 Jul 2012 178,049 miles

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Pass 21 Jun 2011 166,283 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2011 166,283 miles

Centre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nail in offside front tyre

Pass 22 Jun 2010 146,567 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear tyres different size and profile to front tyres

Pass 10 Feb 2010 143,621 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 131,057 miles
Fail 12 Feb 2009 131,057 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 6 Feb 2008 118,843 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2007 104,512 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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R844 OWT is a 2007 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.8%.

Across all 2007 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 134,152 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 R844 OWT, 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 19 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was R844 OWT registered?

R844 OWT is a 2007 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 April 2007.

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