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S143 GVL

2007 Mazda Bongo

Blue Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 Jun 2023
Tests26 (16 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

128,718 mi
Last recorded128,718 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2022
Typical for 2007 Mazda Bongo134,152 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS143 GVL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2007
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

16 pass 10 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2022 128,718 miles

Areas of corrosion outside prescribed areas

Fail 31 May 2022 128,718 miles

Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Fluid leak harmful to the environment or a risk to other road users hub seal (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Areas of corrosion outside prescribed areas

Pass 15 Jun 2021 127,135 miles

areas of corrosion

Fail 11 Jun 2021 127,127 miles

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

areas of corrosion

Pass 28 May 2020 125,493 miles

several areas of corrosion outside prescribed areas

Fail 26 May 2020 125,493 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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

several areas of corrosion outside prescribed areas

Pass 30 May 2019 122,947 miles

several areas of corrosion

Fail 24 May 2019 122,947 miles

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

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

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

several areas of corrosion

Pass 21 May 2018 129,745 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2018 120,739 miles

Nearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Nearside Rear hub seal slight leak

Pass 25 Apr 2017 118,097 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2017 118,097 miles

Nearside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Offside Outer Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings SILL (6.1.B.2)

Pass 28 Apr 2016 114,911 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2015 112,277 miles
Fail 28 Apr 2015 112,277 miles

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

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

Pass 1 May 2014 106,902 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2014 106,902 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 29 Apr 2013 104,304 miles

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

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

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

fuel tank straps damaged but secure

Fail 29 Apr 2013 104,304 miles

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

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

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

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

fuel tank straps damaged but secure

Pass 27 Apr 2012 99,945 miles

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

Fail 26 Apr 2012 99,945 miles

Rear fog lamp insecure (1.3.2a)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

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

Oil leak

Pass 27 Apr 2011 96,339 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2010 91,103 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Pass 30 Apr 2009 81,024 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Apr 2008 67,073 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2007 58,895 miles

fuel tank damaged

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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S143 GVL is a 2007 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2007 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 134,152 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 S143 GVL, 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 19 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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S143 GVL is a 2007 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 19 April 2007.

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