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RL05 YCN

2005 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Feb 2027
Tests15 (13 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate86.7%

Mileage

113,200 mi
Last recorded113,200 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRL05 YCN
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

13 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2026 113,200 miles

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

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

Rear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 7 Jan 2025 107,870 miles

advise no rear seats fitted time of test

Pass 2 Feb 2024 102,420 miles

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

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

Fail 17 Jan 2024 102,414 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 19 Dec 2022 96,241 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2022 89,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Slight corrosion to underside of vehicle

Pass 15 Jan 2021 83,388 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Jan 2020 82,424 miles

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

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jan 2019 79,023 miles

Coolant leak ()

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jan 2018 77,919 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2017 74,380 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2016 71,625 miles
Fail 6 Jan 2015 64,967 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 6 Jan 2015 64,967 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2014 64,767 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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RL05 YCN is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.7%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 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 RL05 YCN, 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 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was RL05 YCN registered?

RL05 YCN is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 17 July 2005.

Is RL05 YCN safe to buy?

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