MAZDA BONGO MOT pass rate
60.8% of 14,610 MAZDA BONGO MOT tests pass.
The BONGO passes 60.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the average across all MAZDA models (77.9%).
The MAZDA BONGO passes 60.8% of the time, noticeably below the figure for the national average for cars (79.2%).
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Pass rate by vehicle age
Pass rate declines noticeably with age, from 70.9% at 3–6 years to 60.8% at 15+ years.
| Vehicle age | Pass rate | Tests | Average mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 0–3 years | too few tests (21) | 21 | no reading |
| 3–6 years | 70.9% | 506 | 94,175 miles |
| 6–10 years | 64.6% | 1,957 | 115,722 miles |
| 10–15 years | 55.9% | 2,744 | 141,877 miles |
| 15+ years | 60.8% | 9,382 | 134,591 miles |
Common MOT failure reasons for the MAZDA BONGO
The most common reason the MAZDA BONGO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 89.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
| Category | Share of failed tests | Example |
|---|---|---|
| Suspension | 89.8% | Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength |
| Lamps, reflectors and electrical equipment | 73.9% | Not working |
| Body, chassis, structure | 51.1% | Corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced |
| Brakes | 32.5% | Excessively binding |
| Visibility | 19.6% | Does not clear the windscreen effectively |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 19.0% | Carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits |
| Steering | 11.4% | Ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt |
| Tyres | 9.6% | Tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm |
| Seat belts and supplementary restraint systems | 9.1% | Prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced |
| Road Wheels | 0.8% | Fixing missing |
Related MAZDA models
- MAZDA 2 — 75.2% pass rate
- MAZDA MX-5 — 78.9% pass rate
- MAZDA 3 — 74.5% pass rate
- MAZDA CX-5 — 85.9% pass rate
- MAZDA 6 — 75.4% pass rate
- MAZDA CX-3 — 89.1% pass rate
Frequently asked questions
- What is the MOT pass rate for the MAZDA BONGO?
- 60.8% of MAZDA BONGO MOT tests pass, based on 14,610 tests in the DVSA anonymised MOT tests and results dataset.
- What are the most common MOT failures for the MAZDA BONGO?
- The most common reason the MAZDA BONGO fails its MOT is suspension — present in 89.8% of failed tests, most often logged as "Prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength".
- Does this show the MAZDA BONGO's service history?
- No — this is MOT test data, which covers roadworthiness, not servicing. A service history is a separate record of maintenance work, which a specific car only has if its owner has kept it. See the MAZDA service history guide for how to check and keep one.