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LJ04 RJG

2004 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Nov 2026
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

76,547 mi
Last recorded76,547 miles
Recorded on12 Nov 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo134,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ04 RJG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 Nov 2025 76,547 miles

Exhaust corroded

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

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 15 Nov 2024 73,462 miles

Exhaust corroded

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Suspensions (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2023 70,500 miles
Fail 20 Dec 2023 70,500 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 67,668 miles

Exhaust corroded

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Hand brake lever is high

Pass 23 Nov 2021 66,378 miles

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

Pass 24 Jan 2020 60,639 miles

Coolant leak ()

exhaust system corroded

Fail 23 Jan 2020 60,639 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Coolant leak ()

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

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both side (5.2.3 (e))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 20 Feb 2019 56,888 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Jan 2018 52,668 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2016 46,021 miles
Fail 22 Dec 2016 46,021 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 12 Nov 2015 38,233 miles

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

Rear tyres

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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LJ04 RJG is a 2004 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 134,910 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 LJ04 RJG, 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 22 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LJ04 RJG registered?

LJ04 RJG is a 2004 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 April 2004.

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The MOT history for LJ04 RJG shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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