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S249 LEP

1997 Mazda Bongo

Blue Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Jul 2021
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

150,824 mi
Last recorded150,824 miles
Recorded on7 Jul 2020
Typical for 1997 Mazda Bongo131,832 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS249 LEP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 7 Jul 2020 150,824 miles

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Jul 2020 150,824 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))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 143,748 miles
Fail 11 Jul 2019 143,748 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge also perishing (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Jul 2018 133,543 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 20 Jul 2017 110,436 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2016 100,233 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d block (2.4.G.2)

Fail 30 Aug 2016 100,233 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

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

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

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement d block (2.4.G.2)

Pass 10 Sep 2015 90,954 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2014 78,197 miles

Front brake pads appear to be wearing low

Rear brake pads appear to be wearing low

Pass 25 Jul 2013 70,881 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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S249 LEP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

Across all 1997 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.3% with a typical mileage of 131,832 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 S249 LEP, 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 29 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 S249 LEP?

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What year was S249 LEP registered?

S249 LEP is a 1997 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 2 February 1997.

Is S249 LEP safe to buy?

The MOT history for S249 LEP shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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