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T305 SBD

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Sep 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

143,473 mi
Last recorded143,473 miles
Recorded on26 Aug 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT305 SBD
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Aug 2025 143,473 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2025 143,473 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 4 Sep 2024 126,866 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing outer side wall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 6 Sep 2023 117,440 miles

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

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

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

Pass 5 Sep 2022 111,788 miles

Nearside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Offside Power steering component has slight seepage from a component rack boot (2.1.5 (a))

Pass 12 Aug 2021 104,014 miles

Advise high level brake light reduced output

Pass 5 Sep 2020 95,652 miles

Coolant leak top hose lower joint ()

High level brake light various bulbs dull

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Sep 2019 88,502 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2018 80,486 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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T305 SBD is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 T305 SBD, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T305 SBD registered?

T305 SBD is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 1999.

Is T305 SBD safe to buy?

The MOT history for T305 SBD 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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