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S39 TUX

2003 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2499cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Aug 2020
Tests17 (12 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate70.6%

Mileage

190,471 mi
Last recorded190,471 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2019
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS39 TUX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

12 pass 5 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2019 190,471 miles

Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced just outside prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill coroded and holed not whithin prescribed area (6.1.1 (c) (i))

all front and rear underbody and suspension corroded

all front to rear underbody undersealed

front radiatior crossmember corroed

Pass 13 Aug 2018 183,700 miles
Fail 13 Aug 2018 183,700 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2017 176,210 miles
Pass 18 May 2016 165,187 miles
Pass 19 May 2015 155,728 miles
Pass 20 May 2014 145,884 miles
Fail 12 Jul 2011 140,061 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Pass 12 Jul 2011 140,061 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2009 132,261 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 124,125 miles

Nearside rear hub oil seal, signs of leakage, recommend attention.

Pass 5 Jul 2007 111,298 miles

Offside front outer driveshaft gaiter cracking, keep check on.

Parking brake efficiency slight low, recommend inspection, possible adjustment required.

Tyres becoming low, 2-3mm, limit 1.6mm.

Fail 3 Jul 2007 111,278 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside front outer driveshaft gaiter cracking, keep check on.

Parking brake efficiency slight low, recommend inspection, possible adjustment required.

Tyres becoming low, 2-3mm, limit 1.6mm.

Pass 1 Jul 2006 100,191 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 100,190 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush bonding deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 7 Jul 2005 88,187 miles
Fail 7 Jul 2005 88,169 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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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S39 TUX is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.6%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 S39 TUX, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was S39 TUX registered?

S39 TUX is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 2003.

Is S39 TUX safe to buy?

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