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P693 LRX

2008 Mazda Bongo

Silver Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2018
Tests16 (10 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

217,779 mi
Last recorded217,779 miles
Recorded on26 May 2017
Typical for 2008 Mazda Bongo139,328 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationP693 LRX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2008
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 6 fail
Pass 26 May 2017 217,779 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre worn on edges cracked

rear middle seat belt casing damaged

rear wheel arches corroded

water leak

water leak

Fail 24 May 2017 217,779 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s/r tyre worn on edges cracked

rear middle seat belt casing damaged

rear wheel arches corroded

water leak

water leak

Pass 27 May 2016 208,344 miles

child seats

oil leaks

power steering pipe damp

Fail 27 May 2016 208,344 miles

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

child seats

oil leaks

power steering pipe damp

Pass 1 Jun 2015 195,303 miles
Fail 27 May 2015 195,303 miles

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d) DANGEROUS

Adivse uneven wear on both rear tyres plus close to legal limit .

Nearside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Front Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear Vehicle structure has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Pass 16 May 2014 182,405 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 16 May 2014 182,405 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 May 2013 171,288 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2012 164,948 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wheels noisey when rotated.

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on edges.

Fail 1 Jun 2012 164,948 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Coolant leak

Front Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Nearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

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

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

Oil leak

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front wheels noisey when rotated.

nearside and offside front tyres wearing on edges.

Pass 6 May 2011 155,753 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight damage to nearside front tyre sidewall.

Fail 5 May 2011 155,753 miles

Offside Indicator tell tale inoperative (1.4.A.2a)

Coolant leak

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage (2.3.3b)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

slight damage to nearside front tyre sidewall.

Pass 12 Apr 2010 135,779 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2009 129,993 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2008 124,025 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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P693 LRX is a 2008 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

Across all 2008 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 139,328 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 P693 LRX, 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 18 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was P693 LRX registered?

P693 LRX is a 2008 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 23 May 2008.

Is P693 LRX safe to buy?

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