2017 · 7 years old at test · Petrol mostly

2017 Mazda Bongo MOT pass rate and common faults

274 MOT tests in 2024. 59.5% passed first time, compared with 79.8% for all cars the same age.

75Well below average
Passed first time59.5%
Failed or needed repairs40.5%
Typical mileage at test101,000

Most common reasons for failing

Share of all 274 tests where this item caused a failure.

  1. Component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength5.1%
  2. Linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt4.4%
  3. Wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively4.0%
  4. Linkage ball joints: ball joint excessively worn3.6%
  5. Rear fog lamp: not working2.9%
  6. Position lamp: not working2.6%
  7. Headlamp: not working on dipped beam2.2%
  8. Catalyst emissions: carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits2.2%
  9. Headlamp aim: projected beam image is obviously incorrect2.2%
  10. Anti-roll bars - pins and bushes: pin or bush excessively worn2.2%

Problem areas

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

  1. Lights & electrics28.5%
  2. Suspension25.9%
  3. Emissions & leaks12.4%
  4. Brakes9.1%
  5. Visibility (wipers, screen, mirrors)8.8%
  6. Body & chassis6.6%
  7. Tyres4.4%
  8. Seat belts & airbags2.6%

Most common advisories

Not failures yet, but things the tester warned about.

  1. Engine oil leaks: leaking excessively from engine13.1%
  2. Brake discs: in such a condition that it is seriously weakened11.3%
  3. Tyres - condition: has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure9.5%
  4. Brake pads: less than 1.5 mm thick9.1%
  5. Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm8.4%

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 2017 Mazda Bongo?

In 2024, 59.5% of 2017 Mazda Bongo cars passed their MOT first time, across 274 tests. The average for all 7-year-old cars was 79.8%.

What are the most common MOT failures on a 2017 Mazda Bongo?

The most common failure reasons were component mounting prescribed areas: prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength; linkage ball joint dust cover: ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt; wipers: does not clear the windscreen effectively. The biggest problem area was lights & electrics.

Is the 2017 Mazda Bongo reliable at MOT time?

Its MOT Rank score is 75, which is well below average for a car of its age (100 means exactly average).