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T686 VAJ

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jul 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

100,391 mi
Last recorded100,391 miles
Recorded on30 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT686 VAJ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 30 Jun 2025 100,391 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective Both. (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt Both. (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view Chip on screen (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 99,409 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2023 97,088 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 95,286 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 93,937 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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T686 VAJ is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 T686 VAJ, 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 T686 VAJ registered?

T686 VAJ is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 1999.

Is T686 VAJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for T686 VAJ shows 5 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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