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W261 GAG

2000 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2026
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

93,888 mi
Last recorded93,888 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2025
Typical for 2000 Mazda Bongo122,442 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW261 GAG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2000
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2025 93,888 miles

Nearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Jul 2024 92,838 miles

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Fail 2 Jul 2024 92,838 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

Spare tyre defective flat ()

Pass 3 Jul 2023 89,675 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2023 89,675 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Jun 2022 83,104 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2021 75,799 miles

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

Fail 29 Jun 2021 75,799 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Feb 2020 68,647 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2020 68,647 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 16 Nov 2018 59,988 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2018 59,830 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 26 Mar 2018 53,342 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 52,381 miles

Offside Front fog lamp glass broken

Pass 4 Jul 2016 46,194 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2015 40,628 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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W261 GAG is a 2000 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2000 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.4% with a typical mileage of 122,442 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 W261 GAG, 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 26 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was W261 GAG registered?

W261 GAG is a 2000 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2000.

Is W261 GAG safe to buy?

The MOT history for W261 GAG shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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