1995 · 29 years old at test · Diesel mostly

1995 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

141 MOT tests in 2024. 51.8% passed first time, compared with 66.8% for all cars the same age.

78Well below average
Passed first time51.8%
Failed or needed repairs48.2%
Typical mileage at test153,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 141 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength16.3%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working9.9%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively7.1%
  4. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases6.4%
  5. Anti-roll bars - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn5.7%
  6. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.7%
  7. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced5.7%
  8. Suspension arms - ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.5%
  9. Steering rack: gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.5%
  10. Service brake performance: excessively binding3.5%

Problem areas

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

  1. Suspension48.9%
  2. Lights & electrics44.0%
  3. Body & chassis24.1%
  4. Brakes14.2%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)12.1%
  6. Seat belts & airbags7.8%
  7. Steering7.8%
  8. Tyres7.1%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine24.8%
  2. Rigid brake pipes: excessively corroded9.9%
  3. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm9.9%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.2%
  5. Coil spring: corroded so that its cross sectional area is reduced and seriously weakened9.2%

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 1995 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 51.8% of 1995 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 141 tests. The average for all 29-year-old cars was 66.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 1995 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 suspension.

Is the 1995 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 78, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).