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T989 UBA

1999 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Blue Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Dec 2026
Tests5 (5 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

165,566 mi
Last recorded165,566 miles
Recorded on15 Dec 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo Friendee119,920 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT989 UBA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year1999
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

5 pass
Pass 15 Dec 2025 165,566 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 146,126 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2024 122,285 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2023 98,208 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 98,148 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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T989 UBA is a 1999 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Blue with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.3% with a typical mileage of 119,920 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying T989 UBA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 27 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T989 UBA registered?

T989 UBA is a 1999 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 11 June 1999.

Is T989 UBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for T989 UBA 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.

Does T989 UBA have outstanding finance?

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