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T219 UBA

1999 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

228,474 mi
Last recorded228,474 miles
Recorded on2 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT219 UBA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 2 Apr 2026 228,474 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

handbrake Efficiency only just met. Appears braking system requires adjustment or repair

Pass 26 Mar 2025 214,087 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 27 Apr 2019 209,681 miles
Fail 27 Apr 2019 209,680 miles

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 28 Aug 2018 205,883 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2018 205,860 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Parking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 9 Aug 2016 98,756 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2015 193,771 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2014 184,800 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2013 171,400 miles

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

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

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.A.1)

Pass 8 Feb 2012 160,452 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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T219 UBA is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 125,870 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 T219 UBA, 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 27 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was T219 UBA registered?

T219 UBA is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T219 UBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T219 UBA shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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