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T243 XCG

2012 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests15 (15 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

134,136 mi
Last recorded134,136 miles
Recorded on23 Apr 2026
Typical for 2012 Mazda Bongo130,007 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT243 XCG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2012
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

15 pass
Pass 23 Apr 2026 134,136 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2025 129,810 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2024 126,956 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2023 121,581 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 25 Apr 2022 120,324 miles

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

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi area (6.1.2 (a))

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 118,546 miles

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

Pass 30 Apr 2020 117,100 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2019 113,709 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2018 108,666 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 105,389 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 101,816 miles

nearside front tyre cracking between tread but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

nearside rear tyre cracking between tread but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

offside front tyre cracking between tread but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

offside rear tyre cracking between tread but not deep enough to expose ply or cords

Pass 29 Apr 2015 99,260 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2014 96,718 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 25 Apr 2013 91,695 miles

both front tyres cracking in tread

Pass 1 May 2012 85,083 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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T243 XCG is a 2012 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2012 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.3% with a typical mileage of 130,007 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 T243 XCG, 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 14 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was T243 XCG registered?

T243 XCG is a 2012 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 11 May 2012.

Is T243 XCG safe to buy?

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