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R847 FRW

2013 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jun 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

147,795 mi
Last recorded147,795 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda Bongo126,195 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR847 FRW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2013
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2026 147,795 miles
Fail 9 Jun 2026 140,790 miles

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

Pass 28 May 2025 139,446 miles
Fail 27 May 2025 139,446 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Vehicle structure or chassis has excessive corrosion to the extent that overall security or stability of the body is impaired sill (6.2.2 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 27 May 2024 136,522 miles

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

underneath body covered in underseal

Pass 26 May 2023 133,029 miles

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

Pass 24 Jun 2022 126,632 miles

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

Pass 29 Oct 2021 123,823 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 118,235 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive Minor oil leak at engine area (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Jun 2019 114,424 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 21 Jun 2019 114,424 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source more than 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 107,217 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2017 101,962 miles

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside rear

Fail 7 Jun 2017 101,962 miles

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

Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt nearside & offside rear

Offside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Jun 2016 99,298 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2015 94,299 miles
Fail 5 Jun 2015 94,299 miles

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

Pass 23 Jun 2014 91,107 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2013 85,150 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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R847 FRW is a 2013 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

Across all 2013 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 126,195 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 R847 FRW, 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 13 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was R847 FRW registered?

R847 FRW is a 2013 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 18 June 2013.

Is R847 FRW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R847 FRW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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