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M722 COT

2003 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Jul 2021
Tests18 (11 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate61.1%

Mileage

110,722 mi
Last recorded110,722 miles
Recorded on6 Jul 2020
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM722 COT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 7 fail
Pass 6 Jul 2020 110,722 miles
Fail 6 Jul 2020 110,722 miles

Nearside Battery insecure and likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Jan 2019 110,150 miles
Fail 14 Jan 2019 110,150 miles

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear fog lamp switch missing (4.5.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Oct 2017 108,220 miles
Fail 5 Oct 2017 108,220 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 13 Oct 2016 104,932 miles

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Fail 11 Oct 2016 104,923 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported exhaust rubbers missing and perished (7.1.1)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 30 Sep 2015 100,754 miles

Nearside Plastic Outer Sill Covers fitted not allowing complete inspection

Offside Plastic Outer Sill Covers fitted not allowing complete inspection

Plastic Undertray covers fitted

Fail 29 Sep 2015 100,751 miles

Nearside Rear Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Nearside Plastic Outer Sill Covers fitted not allowing complete inspection

Offside Plastic Outer Sill Covers fitted not allowing complete inspection

Plastic Undertray covers fitted

Pass 23 Jul 2014 93,623 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2013 117,621 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advice n/s/f and o/s/f anti roll bar links corroded but not excessive

advice n/s/f and o/s/f suspension arms corroded but not excessive

Fail 8 Aug 2013 117,615 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Offside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

advice n/s/f and o/s/f anti roll bar links corroded but not excessive

advice n/s/f and o/s/f suspension arms corroded but not excessive

Fail 13 Dec 2011 114,610 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside (1.8)

Pass 13 Dec 2011 114,610 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2010 111,214 miles

Oil leak

all brake discs pitted

Pass 1 May 2009 105,519 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint is slightly worn (2.5.C.1b)

Pass 14 Apr 2007 100,746 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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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M722 COT is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.1%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 M722 COT, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was M722 COT registered?

M722 COT is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is M722 COT safe to buy?

The MOT history for M722 COT shows 18 tests with a 61.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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