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T578 XBX

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Sep 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

129,462 mi
Last recorded129,462 miles
Recorded on6 Sep 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT578 XBX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 6 Sep 2025 129,462 miles

Nearside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Hole in middle of sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Fail 29 Jul 2025 129,415 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Roof area. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the light source so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Spring/suspension chassis mounting area. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Corrosion to most areas of vehicle underside.

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Centre sill area corroded and perforated, not considered excessive or within a prescribed area.

Nearside Front Inner wheel arch area corroded and perforated, not considered excessive or within a prescribed area.

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Perished, 5.8mm @centre of tread. 225/45R17 94 Y XL. (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Inner sill area corroded and perforated, not considered excessive or within a prescribed area.

Nearside Rear Rear inner wheel arch area corroded and perforated, not considered excessive or within a prescribed area.

Offside Rear Rear inner wheel arch area corroded and perforated, not considered excessive or within a prescribed area.

Parking brake lever nearing the limits of travel, the braking system may require adjustment or repair.

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened N/S and O/S. (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 6 Aug 2024 125,615 miles

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

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

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

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

Fail 18 Jul 2024 125,614 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Horn not working (7.7 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

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

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

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

Pass 11 Jul 2023 125,600 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

o/s inner cill rusty and holed but not within any prescribed areas

Pass 17 Jun 2022 125,221 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2022 125,221 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Jun 2021 121,013 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2021 121,008 miles

Horn not working (7.7 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 8 Jun 2020 117,690 miles
Fail 8 Jun 2020 117,690 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 9 Nov 2018 114,642 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 114,642 miles

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

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 11 Jul 2017 97,126 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 30 Jun 2016 84,350 miles
Pass 19 Aug 2015 72,074 miles

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

Offside Front Fog light inoperative

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

Fail 3 Jul 2014 68,796 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 3 Jul 2014 68,796 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 28 Jun 2013 65,426 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2012 64,354 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 61,774 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 59,959 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Fail 9 Oct 2008 49,722 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 9 Oct 2008 49,722 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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T578 XBX is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 T578 XBX, 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 T578 XBX registered?

T578 XBX is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

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