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R982 XBT

1998 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Grey Diesel 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2009
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

152,595 mi
Last recorded152,595 miles
Recorded on30 May 2008
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo Friendee121,869 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR982 XBT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year1998
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,498cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 30 May 2008 152,595 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

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

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

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

Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

nearside rear door previously damaged

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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R982 XBT is a 1998 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Grey with a 2,498cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 63.8% with a typical mileage of 121,869 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying R982 XBT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 28 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was R982 XBT registered?

R982 XBT is a 1998 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 August 1998.

Is R982 XBT safe to buy?

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