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SJ05 MLT

2005 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

174,125 mi
Last recorded174,125 miles
Recorded on7 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSJ05 MLT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Oct 2025 174,125 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 166,680 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2023 156,898 miles

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 26 Oct 2023 156,898 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced both (4.1.4 (b))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated o/s and n/s (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 144,032 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2021 131,455 miles

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

Pass 14 Oct 2020 124,920 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2019 116,662 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2018 101,016 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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SJ05 MLT is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 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 SJ05 MLT, 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 21 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was SJ05 MLT registered?

SJ05 MLT is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is SJ05 MLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for SJ05 MLT shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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