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R999 SAW

1998 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests23 (18 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate78.3%

Mileage

272,249 mi
Last recorded272,249 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationR999 SAW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

18 pass 5 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2025 272,249 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2025 272,249 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Jul 2024 266,687 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2023 260,997 miles
Fail 14 Jun 2023 260,994 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device ineffective Temp' Fuel Cap seal inadequate (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill area near passenger step inner ( marked with chalk) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Inner Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner Sill area by fuel tank mounting (marked with chalk) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Jun 2022 256,532 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 29 Jun 2021 250,280 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

small chip in windscreen

Pass 14 Oct 2020 248,144 miles
Fail 7 Oct 2020 248,100 miles

Nearside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sills holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering inner sills holed (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Integral body structure has excessive corrosion which adversely affects braking or steering outter sill (6.1.1 (c) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Oct 2019 242,400 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

slight damage to windscreen

Pass 5 Oct 2018 238,835 miles

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 2 Oct 2018 238,819 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 15 Sep 2017 222,364 miles
Pass 5 May 2016 200,457 miles

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

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

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 24 Apr 2015 179,293 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 160,755 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2013 138,880 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2012 11,745 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Apr 2011 114,248 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2009 102,931 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 90,391 miles
Pass 23 May 2007 82,714 miles
Fail 22 May 2007 82,714 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

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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R999 SAW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.3%.

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 R999 SAW, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was R999 SAW registered?

R999 SAW is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is R999 SAW safe to buy?

The MOT history for R999 SAW shows 23 tests with a 78.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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