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T657 JTR

1999 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

119,383 mi
Last recorded119,383 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT657 JTR
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 119,383 miles
Pass 27 May 2016 111,272 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2015 109,687 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2015 109,684 miles

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 14 Nov 2014 102,311 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2014 98,510 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2014 98,510 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 8 May 2013 95,449 miles

Oil leak

steering wheel cover fitted

warning light on dash

Pass 8 May 2012 91,821 miles
Pass 11 May 2011 85,044 miles

both rear tyres cracking and close to limit

Fail 10 May 2011 85,040 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

both rear tyres cracking and close to limit

steering wheel cover fitted

warning light on dash

Pass 6 May 2010 77,174 miles

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

Pass 5 May 2009 71,771 miles

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

Fail 5 May 2009 71,771 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Front Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Rear Direction indicators not working (1.4.A.2c)

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated (2.5.C.1a)

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

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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T657 JTR is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 T657 JTR, 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 T657 JTR registered?

T657 JTR is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is T657 JTR safe to buy?

The MOT history for T657 JTR shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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