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R849 KAR

1997 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Dec 2021
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

78,974 mi
Last recorded78,974 miles
Recorded on22 Dec 2021
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR849 KAR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Fail 22 Dec 2021 78,974 miles

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

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Dec 2020 78,920 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2019 78,838 miles

Central crack in screen

Pass 14 Jun 2018 78,800 miles

Central Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2017 77,530 miles

Central Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' not affecting vision (8.3.1d)

Pass 15 Jun 2016 75,173 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' cracked screen not affecting vision (8.3.1a)

Fail 15 Jun 2016 75,173 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' cracked screen not affecting vision (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 15 Jun 2015 73,236 miles

Centre Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 70,637 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2013 66,155 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2012 64,604 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2011 62,838 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 59,923 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 Jun 2009 56,521 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2009 56,518 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 18 Jun 2008 53,471 miles

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

both front wheels binding slightly

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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R849 KAR is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 131,832 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 R849 KAR, 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 29 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 R849 KAR registered?

R849 KAR is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 1997.

Is R849 KAR safe to buy?

The MOT history for R849 KAR shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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