2005 · 19 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2005 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

814 MOT tests in 2024. 53.1% passed first time, compared with 56.5% for all cars the same age.

94Below average
Passed first time53.1%
Failed or needed repairs46.9%
Typical mileage at test135,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 814 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.3%
  2. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced6.8%
  3. Rear fog lamp: not working5.3%
  4. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.4%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases4.4%
  6. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.4%
  7. Position lamp: not working3.6%
  8. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.4%
  9. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.1%
  10. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect2.9%

Problem areas

Failure items found per 100 tests, by part of the car.

  1. Lights & electrics37.3%
  2. Suspension35.7%
  3. Body & chassis26.2%
  4. Brakes16.8%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.5%
  6. Steering7.4%
  7. Emissions & leaks5.3%
  8. Seat belts & airbags3.7%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.9%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.0%
  3. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.3%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.6%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced8.2%

What this means if you are buying one

This model year fails more often than most cars its age, so budget for repairs and check the history carefully. Before buying, check the area that fails most: component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength. Then look up the car's own MOT history on GOV.UK with its number plate, and look for repeat advisories.

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Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2005 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 53.1% of 2005 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 814 tests. The average for all 19-year-old cars was 56.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2005 Mazda Bongo?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced; rear fog lamp: not working. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2005 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 94, which is below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).