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X899 BTT

2001 Mazda Bongo

Black Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Aug 2026
Tests24 (16 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

150,653 mi
Last recorded150,653 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationX899 BTT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

16 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 150,653 miles

Front Service brake binding but not excessively o/s & n/s (1.2.1 (f))

Middle & Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly discolored

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

Pass 14 Aug 2024 148,405 miles

Middle & Rear exhaust deteriorated/corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Fog light slightly discolored

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

Pass 2 Aug 2023 144,146 miles

Exhaust system heavily corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Aug 2022 137,392 miles

Middle & Rear exhaust slightly deteriorated/corroded

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly discolored

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

Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement o/s & n/s D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 132,900 miles

Exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly discolored

Fail 16 Aug 2021 132,897 miles

Nearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Offside Rear Fog lamp slightly discolored

Pass 18 Aug 2020 131,407 miles

Exhaust flexi slightly deteriorated

Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Rear Fog light slightly discolored

Pass 18 Oct 2019 131,217 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2018 124,848 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 122,037 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2017 122,037 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 9 Jul 2016 119,733 miles
Fail 5 Jul 2016 119,732 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp emits a light other than red (1.3.2e)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 117,935 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2014 115,398 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Fail 3 Jul 2014 115,398 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 17 Jun 2013 112,412 miles
Fail 17 Jun 2013 112,412 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2012 108,086 miles
Fail 2 Jul 2012 108,086 miles

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

Pass 28 Jun 2011 103,004 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 103,004 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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

Fail 4 Jul 2010 96,783 miles

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

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

Pass 4 Jul 2010 96,783 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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X899 BTT is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 X899 BTT, 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 X899 BTT registered?

X899 BTT is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 January 2001.

Is X899 BTT safe to buy?

The MOT history for X899 BTT shows 24 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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