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W285 ABA

2009 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 Oct 2024
Tests20 (15 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

137,692 mi
Last recorded137,692 miles
Recorded on30 Oct 2023
Typical for 2009 Mazda Bongo130,773 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW285 ABA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2009
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

15 pass 5 fail
Pass 30 Oct 2023 137,692 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Fail 28 Oct 2023 137,681 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

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

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On the limit (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Pass 1 Nov 2022 120,249 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside o/s sill corroded

Fail 1 Nov 2022 120,249 miles

Central Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Offside o/s sill corroded

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii))

Pass 23 Aug 2021 118,758 miles
Fail 5 Aug 2021 118,758 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

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

Pass 6 Aug 2020 115,596 miles

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

Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))

Rear Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 28 Mar 2019 108,436 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2018 103,669 miles

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 31 Mar 2017 95,831 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2016 95,498 miles
Fail 2 Apr 2016 95,498 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 25 Mar 2015 94,272 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2015 94,272 miles

Towbar locking device missing (6.6.3b)

Pass 21 Mar 2014 90,942 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2013 84,371 miles

n/s/f inner sill slightly corroded

outer sills not clearly visible

Pass 21 Mar 2012 75,712 miles

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

Nearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

outer sills not clearly visible

Pass 18 Mar 2011 69,314 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2010 68,162 miles
Pass 31 Mar 2009 62,377 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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W285 ABA is a 2009 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2009 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 130,773 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 W285 ABA, 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 17 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was W285 ABA registered?

W285 ABA is a 2009 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 14 April 2009.

Is W285 ABA safe to buy?

The MOT history for W285 ABA shows 20 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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