2015 · 9 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2015 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

462 MOT tests in 2024. 56.5% passed first time, compared with 73.5% for all cars the same age.

77Well below average
Passed first time56.5%
Failed or needed repairs43.5%
Typical mileage at test113,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 462 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength7.8%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working5.2%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.8%
  4. Position lamp: not working4.1%
  5. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits4.1%
  6. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick3.9%
    19 marked dangerous
  7. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.5%
  8. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.5%
  9. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced3.5%
  10. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits2.6%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics38.1%
  2. Suspension22.5%
  3. Brakes16.7%
  4. Emissions & leaks16.2%
  5. Body & chassis11.5%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)7.8%
  7. Tyres3.5%
  8. Steering2.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine12.3%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.8%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.7%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick9.5%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm7.4%

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 2015 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 56.5% of 2015 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 462 tests. The average for all 9-year-old cars was 73.5%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2015 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; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2015 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 77, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).