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V780 MAU

2017 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Aug 2026
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

164,906 mi
Last recorded164,906 miles
Recorded on16 Jul 2025
Typical for 2017 Mazda Bongo112,924 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV780 MAU
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2017
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Jul 2025 164,906 miles

Handbrake travel

Offside Front Brake disc corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective Cuts to cords ()

Fail 15 Jul 2025 164,905 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Handbrake travel

Offside Front Brake disc corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective Cuts to cords ()

Pass 16 Jul 2024 153,138 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Jul 2024 153,137 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Lower Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc corroded

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2023 150,963 miles

Nearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

centre exhaust poor condtion

front windscreen washers operate from rear washer switch

parking brake travel

Pass 25 Jul 2022 142,684 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Fail 25 Jul 2022 142,684 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 6 Aug 2021 135,456 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

both headlamp lenses deteriorated

Pass 22 Jul 2020 132,989 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 22 Jul 2020 132,989 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2019 130,087 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Handbrake travel

Fail 30 Jul 2019 130,075 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Central Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Handbrake travel

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Aug 2018 124,955 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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V780 MAU is a 2017 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2017 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.4% with a typical mileage of 112,924 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 V780 MAU, 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 9 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was V780 MAU registered?

V780 MAU is a 2017 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 August 2017.

Is V780 MAU safe to buy?

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