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S721 BWP

2012 Mazda Bongo Friendee

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Aug 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

241,962 mi
Last recorded241,962 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda Bongo Friendee139,636 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS721 BWP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2026 241,962 miles

Fluid leak, but not excessive coolant leak on the offside (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Fail 16 Jul 2026 239,805 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

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

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

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Fluid leak, but not excessive Coolant pipe leaking under vehicle (8.4.1 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2025 227,370 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jul 2024 211,525 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged Worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 21 Jul 2023 201,551 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2022 196,221 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2017 194,859 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Sep 2017 194,859 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, on inner faces (3.5.1i)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced reflector (1.7.5a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Sep 2016 190,118 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2015 185,616 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 177,647 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 169,089 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2012 161,395 miles
Fail 8 Sep 2012 161,395 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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S721 BWP is a 2012 Mazda Bongo Friendee in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2012 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.3% with a typical mileage of 139,636 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying S721 BWP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 14 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S721 BWP registered?

S721 BWP is a 2012 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 10 September 2012.

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