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S181 BNT

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jan 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

179,799 mi
Last recorded179,799 miles
Recorded on29 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS181 BNT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Dec 2025 179,799 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2025 162,454 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Jan 2024 144,257 miles

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

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

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

Fail 10 Jan 2024 144,257 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 17 Jan 2023 126,174 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2023 126,174 miles

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))

Pass 24 Jan 2022 110,759 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2021 110,731 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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S181 BNT is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 S181 BNT, 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

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What year was S181 BNT registered?

S181 BNT is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is S181 BNT safe to buy?

The MOT history for S181 BNT shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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