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X126 VHC

2016 Mazda Bongo

Gold Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Jun 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

130,883 mi
Last recorded130,883 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda Bongo115,200 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX126 VHC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2016
ColourGold
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 130,883 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2026 130,883 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2025 129,824 miles
Pass 15 May 2024 128,160 miles
Fail 15 May 2024 128,160 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Pass 18 May 2023 125,034 miles

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

Pass 9 May 2022 120,002 miles

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

Fail 9 May 2022 120,000 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Pass 11 May 2021 117,686 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2020 116,539 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2019 114,444 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2018 112,750 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Jun 2017 108,957 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2016 105,984 miles

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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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X126 VHC is a 2016 Mazda Bongo in Gold with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 X126 VHC, 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 X126 VHC registered?

X126 VHC is a 2016 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 2016.

Is X126 VHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for X126 VHC shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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