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T256 JSS

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires11 Jun 2026
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

105,077 mi
Last recorded105,077 miles
Recorded on12 Jun 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT256 JSS
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 Jun 2025 105,077 miles
Fail 30 May 2025 105,071 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 May 2024 104,372 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2023 103,495 miles
Pass 22 Mar 2022 101,969 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2020 101,232 miles

Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt both sides (2.1.3 (g) (i))

both headlamp lenses are deteriorated

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 5 Jul 2019 100,306 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 30 Jun 2018 100,260 miles
Pass 28 Jun 2017 98,982 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2017 98,982 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 4 Jul 2016 97,479 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2016 97,479 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Pass 1 Jul 2015 93,696 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 93,693 miles
Fail 9 Jul 2014 93,692 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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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T256 JSS is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 T256 JSS, 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 T256 JSS registered?

T256 JSS is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 26 June 1999.

Is T256 JSS safe to buy?

The MOT history for T256 JSS shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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