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X281 SCY

2001 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Jun 2027
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

97,273 mi
Last recorded97,273 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX281 SCY
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 97,273 miles

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2025 96,691 miles

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning few leds inop (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 29 May 2025 96,689 miles

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning few leds inop (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 30 May 2024 94,883 miles

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

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Fail 27 May 2024 94,881 miles

Emissions unable to be completed co reading too high (8.2.1.2 (d))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

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

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

Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Jun 2023 91,521 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both discs inner surface slightly corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Jun 2022 87,856 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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X281 SCY is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 118,444 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 X281 SCY, 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 25 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was X281 SCY registered?

X281 SCY is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 13 February 2001.

Is X281 SCY safe to buy?

The MOT history for X281 SCY shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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