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S15 SGL

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jun 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

142,076 mi
Last recorded142,076 miles
Recorded on5 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS15 SGL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Jun 2025 142,076 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 140,861 miles

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

headlights deteriorated

Fail 20 Jun 2024 140,861 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

headlights deteriorated

Pass 13 Jun 2023 139,740 miles

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both close to excess (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

headlights deteriorated

Pass 14 Jun 2022 137,673 miles

Front Prop shaft joint worn, but not excessively rear joint (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear seat belt slow to retract

Pass 29 Jun 2021 135,771 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2020 129,102 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2019 125,704 miles

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

Vehicle under sealed

Pass 5 Sep 2018 123,477 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 122,549 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2016 121,972 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2015 120,605 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2014 119,568 miles
Pass 23 Aug 2013 118,275 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

rear exhaust section slightly deteriorated

Pass 4 Sep 2012 116,826 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2011 114,400 miles

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear seat removed

Pass 22 Aug 2011 114,400 miles

Rear seat removed

Pass 24 Aug 2010 11,140 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2009 108,273 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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S15 SGL is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 125,870 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 S15 SGL, 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 27 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of S15 SGL?

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What year was S15 SGL registered?

S15 SGL is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S15 SGL safe to buy?

The MOT history for S15 SGL shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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