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T179 SNG

2001 Mazda Bongo

Gold Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests16 (14 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate87.5%

Mileage

202,046 mi
Last recorded202,046 miles
Recorded on18 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT179 SNG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

14 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Dec 2025 202,046 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2024 196,413 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2023 189,685 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy pipe (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 Dec 2022 181,500 miles

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

Fail 9 Dec 2022 181,500 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 20 Oct 2021 172,527 miles
Pass 30 Oct 2020 161,476 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 151,045 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2018 144,368 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 144,368 miles

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

Pass 7 Oct 2017 136,460 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2016 130,572 miles

may need hid cleaning device on headlamps

Pass 17 Sep 2015 127,547 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2014 125,472 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2013 119,092 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 113,913 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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T179 SNG is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in Gold with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87.5%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 118,444 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 T179 SNG, 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 25 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 T179 SNG registered?

T179 SNG is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is T179 SNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for T179 SNG shows 16 tests with a 87.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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