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X788 VRL

2001 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Nov 2026
Tests12 (11 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate91.7%

Mileage

50,298 mi
Last recorded50,298 miles
Recorded on24 Nov 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX788 VRL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 1 fail
Pass 24 Nov 2025 50,298 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2024 49,427 miles
Pass 13 Nov 2023 49,211 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2022 47,798 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2021 45,362 miles
Pass 10 Nov 2020 43,528 miles
Pass 24 May 2019 42,803 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 39,952 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 18 May 2017 38,530 miles
Pass 17 May 2017 38,530 miles
Fail 17 May 2017 38,530 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 24 May 2016 56,074 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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X788 VRL is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 91.7%.

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 X788 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

How do I check the history of X788 VRL?

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What year was X788 VRL registered?

X788 VRL is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is X788 VRL safe to buy?

The MOT history for X788 VRL shows 12 tests with a 91.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does X788 VRL have outstanding finance?

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