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V482 OVX

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Jul 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,712 mi
Last recorded77,712 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

RegistrationV482 OVX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Jul 2026 77,712 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2026 77,712 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 74,559 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2024 73,074 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2023 71,627 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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V482 OVX 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 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 V482 OVX, 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 V482 OVX registered?

V482 OVX is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is V482 OVX safe to buy?

The MOT history for V482 OVX 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.

Does V482 OVX have outstanding finance?

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