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S136 BWP

1998 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests30 (19 pass, 11 fail)
Pass rate63.3%

Mileage

230,642 mi
Last recorded230,642 miles
Recorded on13 May 2026
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS136 BWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

19 pass 11 fail
Pass 13 May 2026 230,642 miles

Nearside Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases manifold (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 20 Apr 2026 230,627 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Headlamp aim unable to be tested Both sides (4.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

underbody corrosion

Pass 25 Apr 2025 225,176 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2025 225,174 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 6 Jul 2024 223,642 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2023 215,886 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle corroded in parts

Fail 1 Jul 2023 215,886 miles

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

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

underside of vehicle corroded in parts

Pass 19 Jul 2022 213,349 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Oct 2021 208,966 miles
Fail 30 Sep 2021 208,964 miles

Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced panel above exhaust (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 9 Sep 2021 208,952 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill areas - floor (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced ill areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fuel system component leaking excessively or a risk of fire filler neck breather corroded excessive fumes (6.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 22 Sep 2020 203,245 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2019 195,502 miles
Fail 2 Sep 2019 195,498 miles

Emissions not tested water loss (8.2.1.2 (d))

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury wheel arch (6.2.1 (a) (i))

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

Pass 18 Sep 2018 190,121 miles

Rear both rear wheel arches slightly corroded

Fail 11 Sep 2018 190,086 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

gas tank corroded

left and right rear wheel arches are corroded

Pass 22 Sep 2017 184,824 miles

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Fail 19 Sep 2017 184,781 miles

Anti-roll bar has excessive play in a pin/bush n/s and o/s/r (2.4.G.2)

Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush n/s and o/s/r (2.4.G.2)

Brake fluid warning lamp illuminated (3.6.G.2)

Brake hydraulic reservoir fluid level below minimum level (3.6.G.1b)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner and outer sills (2.4.A.3)

Registration plate lamp not working n/s and o/s/r (1.1.C.1d)

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

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

Tyre worn close to the legal limit n/s and o/s/r (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2016 178,950 miles

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear exhaust deteriorated

Fail 10 Sep 2016 178,887 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive wheel arch (2.4.A.3)

n/s/r tyre perishing

rear exhaust deteriorated

Pass 11 Sep 2015 173,557 miles

Rear L.P.G tank corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2014 166,824 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

lpg tank corroded

Pass 17 Sep 2013 158,392 miles

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear light lens slightly damaged

Fail 13 Sep 2013 158,316 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

nearside rear light lens slightly damaged

Pass 13 Aug 2012 143,608 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

center exhaust corroded

nsr lamp unit slight damage

Pass 26 Aug 2011 118,868 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

nsr lamp damaged but working

Fail 26 Aug 2011 118,868 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

Nearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

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

nsr lamp damaged but working

Pass 6 Sep 2010 96,893 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2009 73,394 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 61,788 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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S136 BWP is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 30 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 63.3%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 S136 BWP, 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.

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S136 BWP is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

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