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Y261 FBA

2001 Mazda Bongo

Black Gas 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Nov 2026
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

110,112 mi
Last recorded110,112 miles
Recorded on29 Oct 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationY261 FBA
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typeGas
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 Oct 2025 110,112 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Fail 22 Oct 2025 110,109 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 103,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Link rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Fail 17 Oct 2024 103,334 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated Link rod (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

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

Pass 13 Nov 2023 95,445 miles

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 13 Nov 2023 95,445 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Nov 2022 85,726 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2021 74,554 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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Y261 FBA is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,498cc gas engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 Y261 FBA, 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 Y261 FBA registered?

Y261 FBA is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2001.

Is Y261 FBA safe to buy?

The MOT history for Y261 FBA shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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