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WJ51 GSU

2013 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Nov 2023
Tests18 (10 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate55.6%

Mileage

119,756 mi
Last recorded119,756 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2013 Mazda Bongo126,195 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWJ51 GSU
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2013
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

10 pass 8 fail
Fail 26 May 2026 119,756 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Front Exhaust fumes entering cabin (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Rear light lenses cracked

underlay corrosion all over body and suspension

Pass 17 Nov 2022 116,535 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 116,535 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

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

Pass 18 Nov 2021 110,138 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2020 101,551 miles

offside front tyre worn inner edge

Pass 21 May 2019 89,981 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level stop lamp has several bulbs not working! (4.3.1 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has very little reserve travel indicating rear brakes require adjustment!

Fail 16 May 2019 89,925 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits see emissions printout (8.2.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt split! (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner Position lamp showing white light to the rear lamp lense is broken/cracked! (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning high level stop lamp has several bulbs not working! (4.3.1 (a) (i))

parking brake lever has very little reserve travel indicating rear brakes require adjustment!

Pass 16 May 2018 78,678 miles

Nearside Inner tail light lens slightly damaged

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner - 215/65x15

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear wiper blade split

door sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection

Fail 16 May 2018 78,678 miles

Nearside Inner tail light lens slightly damaged

Offside Front tyre wearing on inner - 215/65x15

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear wheel arch corroded

Rear wiper blade split

door sill covers fitted, not allowing full inspection

Pass 17 May 2017 70,857 miles

front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Fail 17 May 2017 70,857 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover insecure so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

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

front parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 18 Apr 2016 67,135 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2016 67,135 miles

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

Offside Lower Front suspension ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 May 2015 62,530 miles
Fail 6 May 2015 62,530 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

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

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Pass 28 May 2014 52,465 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2013 42,741 miles
Fail 24 Jun 2013 42,736 miles

Nearside Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear fog lamp switch missing (1.3.1a)

Rear fog lamp tell tale missing (1.3.1b)

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

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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WJ51 GSU is a 2013 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 55.6%.

Across all 2013 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.6% with a typical mileage of 126,195 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 WJ51 GSU, 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 13 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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WJ51 GSU is a 2013 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 2013.

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