2009 · 15 years old at test · Diesel mostly

2009 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

443 MOT tests in 2024. 52.6% passed first time, compared with 58.4% for all cars the same age.

90Well below average
Passed first time52.6%
Failed or needed repairs47.4%
Typical mileage at test141,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 443 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength14.2%
  2. Rear fog lamp: not working7.2%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively5.0%
  4. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.0%
  5. Service brake performance: excessively binding4.3%
  6. Position lamp: not working3.6%
  7. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases3.6%
  8. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.4%
  9. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits3.4%
  10. Seat belts - prescribed areas: prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced3.2%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics42.9%
  2. Suspension36.6%
  3. Body & chassis25.7%
  4. Brakes20.1%
  5. Emissions & leaks16.0%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)9.3%
  7. Seat belts & airbags4.7%
  8. Tyres4.3%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine17.4%
  2. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm11.3%
  3. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened10.8%
  4. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.5%
  5. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength9.3%

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.

← 2008 BongoAll Bongo years2010 Bongo →

Questions

What is the MOT pass rate for a 2009 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 52.6% of 2009 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 443 tests. The average for all 15-year-old cars was 58.4%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2009 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 2009 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 90, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).