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S509 JAH

1998 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2026
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

145,627 mi
Last recorded145,627 miles
Recorded on30 May 2025
Typical for 1998 Mazda Bongo125,789 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS509 JAH
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1998
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 30 May 2025 145,627 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 145,625 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 30 May 2024 140,904 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear lamp/lens damaged

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

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

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge all 4 tyres are worn on outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 May 2023 129,939 miles

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

Offside Rear lamp unit/lens damaged

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

both rear tyres are worn on both their edges

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 22 May 2023 129,939 miles

Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both sides (4.1.2 (c))

Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both sides (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) emits other than a steady red light (4.3.3 (a) (ii))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

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

Offside Rear lamp unit/lens damaged

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

both rear tyres are worn on both their edges

engine bay covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 1 Jun 2022 119,577 miles
Fail 30 May 2022 119,572 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Position lamp showing white light to the rear (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) lens defective such that the emitted light is adversely affected (4.3.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 25 May 2021 114,276 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 106,995 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Jun 2019 94,328 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 77,502 miles
Fail 18 May 2018 77,502 miles

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

Pass 20 May 2017 55,515 miles
Pass 28 May 2016 48,786 miles

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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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S509 JAH is a 1998 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1998 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.1% with a typical mileage of 125,789 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 S509 JAH, 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 28 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 S509 JAH registered?

S509 JAH is a 1998 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1998.

Is S509 JAH safe to buy?

The MOT history for S509 JAH shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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