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W252 UAF

2016 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests13 (11 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate84.6%

Mileage

157,668 mi
Last recorded157,668 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda Bongo115,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW252 UAF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2016
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 157,668 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Pass 11 Feb 2025 153,590 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2024 151,853 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2023 141,987 miles
Pass 1 Feb 2022 138,535 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2021 134,872 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2020 128,717 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2019 124,660 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2018 119,323 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2018 119,323 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 15 Mar 2017 111,972 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2017 111,972 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended (1.9.4)

Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced Both (1.7.5a)

Pass 14 Mar 2016 103,140 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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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W252 UAF is a 2016 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.6%.

Across all 2016 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 115,200 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 W252 UAF, 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 10 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W252 UAF registered?

W252 UAF is a 2016 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 2016.

Is W252 UAF safe to buy?

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