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V231 LNG

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Jun 2027
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

95,060 mi
Last recorded95,060 miles
Recorded on1 Jul 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV231 LNG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 95,060 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 95,005 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2022 95,005 miles

Nearside Windscreen washer jets misaligned and not providing sufficient fluid to the windscreen (3.5 (a))

Pass 1 Sep 2021 94,015 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2020 88,948 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2019 88,892 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2018 87,597 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2017 86,655 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 83,992 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2015 83,757 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2014 81,208 miles
Pass 1 Jul 2013 74,231 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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V231 LNG is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 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 V231 LNG, 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 V231 LNG registered?

V231 LNG is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 1999.

Is V231 LNG safe to buy?

The MOT history for V231 LNG shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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