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W976 RRU

2006 Ford Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2025
Tests25 (18 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate72%

Mileage

134,002 mi
Last recorded134,002 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2024
Typical for 2006 Ford Bongo122,749 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationW976 RRU
MakeFord
ModelBongo
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 7 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2024 134,002 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective ns and os

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 11 Apr 2023 129,133 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective BOTH sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 6 Apr 2022 125,757 miles

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

both headlight patterns poor

Fail 16 Mar 2022 125,736 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle missing (7.1.2 (d))

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

Exhaust system corroded

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

both headlight aims patterns poor

Pass 5 Mar 2021 121,625 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2020 115,601 miles

corrosion in the nearside battery tray

corrosion in the nearside front inner wing

engine oil leaks apparent

Fail 24 Feb 2020 115,598 miles

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

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

corrosion in the nearside battery tray

corrosion in the nearside front inner wing

engine oil leaks apparent

Pass 13 Feb 2019 111,630 miles
Fail 13 Feb 2019 111,630 miles

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

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

Pass 26 Feb 2018 108,836 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2018 108,830 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

exhaust bracket is broken

Pass 22 Feb 2017 106,919 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2017 106,919 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 22 Feb 2016 105,253 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2015 103,339 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2014 100,003 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2013 97,191 miles
Pass 28 Feb 2012 93,453 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2011 90,723 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Centre Rear Seat belt flexible stalk deteriorated but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 22 May 2009 89,334 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 89,334 miles

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 8 May 2008 84,695 miles
Pass 10 May 2007 81,928 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2006 72,374 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2006 72,374 miles

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

How Reliable is the Ford Bongo?

Based on 4,842 MOT tests across 228 vehicles.

66.3%
Pass Rate
5,037
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
228
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 159
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 143
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 132
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 125
Registration plate lamp not working 97
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W976 RRU is a 2006 Ford Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72%.

Across all 2006 Ford Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.6% with a typical mileage of 122,749 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 159 recorded failures. If you're considering buying W976 RRU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 20 years old, this Ford Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was W976 RRU registered?

W976 RRU is a 2006 Ford Bongo, first registered on 22 May 2006.

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