2011 · 13 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2011 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

421 MOT tests in 2024. 46.8% passed first time, compared with 61.8% for all cars the same age.

76Well below average
Passed first time46.8%
Failed or needed repairs53.2%
Typical mileage at test143,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 421 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength12.8%
  2. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively6.7%
  3. Exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases6.7%
  4. Rear fog lamp: not working5.5%
  5. Position lamp: not working5.2%
  6. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced5.0%
  7. Emissions not tested: unable to be completed4.0%
  8. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect3.8%
  9. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt3.6%
  10. Stop lamp: not working3.6%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics47.7%
  2. Suspension35.2%
  3. Body & chassis24.2%
  4. Emissions & leaks16.6%
  5. Brakes15.9%
  6. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)13.5%
  7. Tyres4.0%
  8. Steering3.8%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine15.7%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened12.6%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure10.2%
  4. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm10.0%
  5. Integral vehicle structure condition: corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced8.6%

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 2011 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 46.8% of 2011 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 421 tests. The average for all 13-year-old cars was 61.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2011 Mazda Bongo?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively; exhaust system: has a major leak of exhaust gases. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2011 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 76, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).