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N387 NCW

1996 Mazda Bongo

Green Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Aug 2021
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

140,453 mi
Last recorded140,453 miles
Recorded on17 Aug 2020
Typical for 1996 Mazda Bongo133,482 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationN387 NCW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1996
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Aug 2020 140,453 miles

All 4 discs corroded but not weakened.

Various plates welded to chassis and floor pans , unable to check welds due to covered in sealer.

Fail 13 Aug 2020 140,447 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

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

Nearside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired repair on outer sill tack welded not seam welded. (7.1.1 (a) (i))

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired repair by axle tie bar mounting not seam welded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

All 4 discs corroded but not weakened.

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Various plates welded to chassis and floor pans , unable to check welds due to covered in sealer.

Fail 7 Jun 2018 140,440 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Front outrigger by suspension arm rear bush has been welded but plate insecure. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch holed and corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill by axle front tie bar mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch holed and corroded. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Outer sill. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner sill by axle front tie bar mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Inner wheel arch holed and corroded in two areas. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength Chassis by top shock absorber mounting. (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint likely to become detached Link arm lower nut loose and top dust boot split. (5.3.4 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Rear Stop lamp(s) all not working (4.3.1 (a) (iii)) DANGEROUS

Both rear brake discs corroded but not seriously weakened.

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

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

Offside Front Outer sill corroded.

Pass 22 May 2017 137,637 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2016 135,897 miles
Fail 7 Jun 2016 135,891 miles

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

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

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

Nearside Rear Wheel stud(s) loose (4.2.A.1e)

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Offside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working sidelight (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Rear Wheel stud(s) missing (4.2.A.1e)

Rear fog lamp tell tale not working (1.3.1b)

Pass 23 Jan 2013 133,305 miles

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

front crossmember is corroding

Pass 16 Jan 2012 123,330 miles

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

Pass 21 Jan 2011 114,802 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2010 101,537 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2009 87,355 miles
Pass 21 Jan 2008 72,292 miles
Fail 21 Jan 2008 72,292 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp missing (1.3.2a)

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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N387 NCW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo in Green 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 N387 NCW, 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 N387 NCW registered?

N387 NCW is a 1996 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 February 1996.

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