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N304 MCL

1996 Mazda Bongo

Black Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Aug 2018
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

249,019 mi
Last recorded249,019 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2017
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN304 MCL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2017 249,019 miles

Offside Rear surface corrosion inner sill

Pass 25 Jul 2016 237,465 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 22 Jul 2015 224,333 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Nearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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

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

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (1.7.5a)

Pass 19 Aug 2014 211,460 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2014 211,460 miles

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

Fail 18 Aug 2014 211,460 miles

Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

Pass 14 Aug 2013 199,101 miles

Nearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Front Rear fog lamp deteriorated, but still visible from a reasonable distance (1.3.2d)

exhaust flex slightly deteriated

slight oil leak from engine

Pass 17 Aug 2012 186,835 miles

rear fog lamp slightly discolored

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

Pass 23 Aug 2011 171,212 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2011 171,199 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)

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Pass 12 Aug 2010 155,173 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2010 155,173 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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

Pass 28 Aug 2009 138,286 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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N304 MCL is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 1996 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 65.9% with a typical mileage of 133,482 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 N304 MCL, 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 30 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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What year was N304 MCL registered?

N304 MCL is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 June 1996.

Is N304 MCL safe to buy?

The MOT history for N304 MCL shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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