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M90 DLM

2006 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2495cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Sep 2022
Tests26 (14 pass, 12 fail)
Pass rate53.8%

Mileage

275,092 mi
Last recorded275,092 miles
Recorded on13 Oct 2022
Typical for 2006 Mazda Bongo130,909 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM90 DLM
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2006
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,495cc

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MOT History

14 pass 12 fail
Fail 13 Oct 2022 275,092 miles

Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Nearside Front Upper Macpherson strut insecurely attached mount/bearing movement (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area fractured significantly reducing structural strength chassis fractured/corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under mudguards/body chassis areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecurely attached (5.3.3 (a) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp light intensity severely reduced (4.1.4 (a))

Offside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

Offside Rear Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced under mudguards/chassis body areas (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis/body (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded to the extent that control of the vehicle is likely to be adversely affected (5.3.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Driver's seat insecure (6.2.5 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Vehicle structure is so weakened by corrosion within 30cm of a towbar mounting, the towbar is likely to become detached (6.1.6 (i) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected brake backing shield outer corroded (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Brake damaged, but the braking system is not adversely affected brake backing shield outer corroded/part missing (1.1.21 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Sep 2021 265,125 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all covered in under seal (1.1.11 (c))

Front radiator cross member repaired with fibre glass

fully under sealed under side

Fail 12 Aug 2021 265,062 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is deformed and structural rigidity is significantly reduced Inner sill/floor underneath sliding door (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Sill/floor at rear axle mount - inner body/underneath (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Inner body behind wheel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced Area around B-Pillar (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Body at suspension top mount (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting Inner body behind wheel (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All brake pipes covered in underseal/grease (1.1.11 (c))

Front Lower radiator support repaired in fibreglass

Nearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Corroded (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 27 Aug 2020 252,372 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all repairs and cross member covered in under seal

under body covered in under seal

Fail 26 Aug 2020 252,372 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play both (5.3.4 (a) (i))

all repairs and cross member covered in under seal

under body covered in under seal

Fail 12 Aug 2020 252,232 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))

Steering rack has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering rack fitted) (2.3 (a) (i))

Body insecure to the extent that stability is seriously impaired front crosser within 30 cm ofsubframe mounting (6.2.2 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Aug 2019 241,164 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2019 241,164 miles

Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Offside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))

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

Rear Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 6 Aug 2018 228,268 miles

Nearside Front zone b

Fail 12 Jun 2018 228,268 miles

Nearside Headlamp light intensity severely reduced dip and main (4.1.4 (a))

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

Offside Front Steering linkage ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment not fitted correctly (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Fail 28 Feb 2018 227,863 miles

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded full length (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear mounting worn to excess (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Front Lower Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded full length (2.4.A.3)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.6.6)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2017 204,685 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Fail 15 Feb 2017 204,679 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Feb 2016 184,303 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2015 144,011 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2015 144,011 miles

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

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Lower Front suspension has a suspension lower ball joint securing nut not locked (2.5.B.1a)

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

Pass 4 Apr 2014 142,982 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 142,981 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Play in steering rack inner joint(s)

Pass 17 Mar 2011 138,729 miles

nearside rear anti roll bar link bushes worn slightly

offside rear tyre tread depth low 3mm and nearside rear tyre low approx 2mm

Fail 15 Mar 2011 138,729 miles

Nearside Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

nearside rear anti roll bar link bushes worn slightly

offside rear tyre tread depth low 3mm and nearside rear tyre low approx 2mm

Pass 22 Mar 2010 120,762 miles

SLIGHT WEAR IN FRONT ANTI ROLL BAR LINKS

Pass 31 Mar 2009 98,567 miles

n/s/f bottom ball gaitor split

Pass 25 Mar 2008 87,340 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2007 64,086 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2007 64,086 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 23 Mar 2006 37,439 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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M90 DLM is a 2006 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,495cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 53.8%.

Across all 2006 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 130,909 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 M90 DLM, 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 20 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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M90 DLM is a 2006 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 24 April 2006.

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