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T245 GBT

1999 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

146,596 mi
Last recorded146,596 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT245 GBT
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 146,596 miles

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Apr 2026 146,596 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 18 Mar 2025 142,953 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Feb 2024 135,378 miles
Pass 1 Mar 2023 127,842 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2022 125,872 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

vehicle struggled with emissions test

Fail 26 Aug 2022 125,872 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps both lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

vehicle struggled with emissions test

Pass 28 Jul 2021 120,418 miles

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Aug 2020 115,635 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2020 115,635 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 have surface corrosion (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both slight smearing (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Apr 2019 114,045 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all 4 (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 3 Apr 2019 114,045 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all 4 pitted/corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test all ()

Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively all 4 (1.2.1 (e))

Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated both sides (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 13 Jul 2017 105,866 miles

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

Pass 13 Jun 2016 84,620 miles

Engine covers & under trays fitted

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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T245 GBT is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 125,870 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 T245 GBT, 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 27 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T245 GBT registered?

T245 GBT is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T245 GBT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T245 GBT shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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