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V962 VKE

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires19 May 2026
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

91,034 mi
Last recorded91,034 miles
Recorded on20 May 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV962 VKE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 20 May 2025 91,034 miles
Pass 7 May 2024 87,764 miles

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

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

Pass 4 May 2023 84,558 miles
Fail 4 May 2023 84,558 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 9 May 2022 80,438 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Vehicle presented with rear seat in the bed position, unable to check seat belts

Pass 8 Jun 2020 80,377 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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V962 VKE is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 V962 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was V962 VKE registered?

V962 VKE is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 1999.

Is V962 VKE safe to buy?

The MOT history for V962 VKE shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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