2012 · 12 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2012 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

348 MOT tests in 2024. 52.3% passed first time, compared with 64.3% for all cars the same age.

81Well below average
Passed first time52.3%
Failed or needed repairs47.7%
Typical mileage at test136,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 348 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength10.6%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working6.0%
  3. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits5.2%
  4. Position lamp: not working4.9%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.6%
  6. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.3%
  7. Chassis condition: or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a body mounting4.0%
  8. Chassis condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.4%
  9. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.4%
  10. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively3.4%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics38.8%
  2. Suspension31.6%
  3. Brakes19.5%
  4. Emissions & leaks18.7%
  5. Body & chassis17.2%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.2%
  7. Seat belts & airbags5.2%
  8. Steering4.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened14.7%
  2. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine13.2%
  3. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick10.3%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.5%
  5. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases6.6%

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 2012 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 52.3% of 2012 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 348 tests. The average for all 12-year-old cars was 64.3%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2012 Mazda Bongo?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; rear fog lamp: not working; catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2012 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 81, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).