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X768 VRL

2001 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Oct 2025
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

113,604 mi
Last recorded113,604 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2024
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX768 VRL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2024 113,604 miles

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

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

glow plug warning light on

several areas of corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 15 Jun 2023 112,071 miles
Pass 23 May 2022 110,013 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2021 108,300 miles

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

glow plug warning light on

several areas of corrosion on front and rear suspension components

Pass 16 Jun 2020 107,360 miles

glow plug warning light flashing

slight dampness n/s/r half shaft seal

slight oil leak on engine

Fail 16 Jun 2020 107,360 miles

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

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

glow plug warning light flashing

slight dampness n/s/r half shaft seal

slight oil leak on engine

Pass 7 May 2019 105,361 miles

Slight oil leak from gearbox bell housing .

Pass 11 May 2018 102,048 miles
Fail 9 May 2018 102,039 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 11 May 2017 98,182 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 98,182 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 13 May 2016 92,199 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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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X768 VRL is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 X768 VRL, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was X768 VRL registered?

X768 VRL is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X768 VRL safe to buy?

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