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V311 VKE

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

85,804 mi
Last recorded85,804 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV311 VKE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 85,804 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge All 4 tyres worn (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 29 Jan 2025 61,016 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 37,161 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2024 37,161 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 30 Jan 2023 20,822 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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V311 VKE is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 V311 VKE, 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 V311 VKE registered?

V311 VKE is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 September 1999.

Is V311 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V311 VKE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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