Mazda Bongo (2000)
2000 Mazda Bongo
CarHunch analysed 1,083 real MOT records for the 2000 Mazda Bongo. This breakdown of actual test outcomes — pass rates, defect profiles, mileage data — isn't published anywhere else.
The 2000 Mazda Bongo has a first-time pass rate of 72.1%, which is notably below the UK average of 80%, and over a third of these vehicles (35.3%) have recorded dangerous defects—a significant red flag for any potential buyer. Petrol versions perform slightly better at 72.9% pass rate versus diesels at 70.2%, but both lag the national baseline.
At 122,000 miles median, these Bongos show typical wear for their age, yet they're averaging nearly 4.8 failures per MOT cycle and a substantial 24 advisories each, suggesting cumulative mechanical fatigue rather than isolated problems. If you're seriously considering one, get a pre-purchase inspection focusing on structural integrity and brake systems—the dangerous defect prevalence makes it essential, not optional.
What to check before buying a 2000 Mazda Bongo
Practical pre-purchase checks for this age and model.
- 📋 Check the full MOT history. Look for recurring advisories — slow-building issues like corrosion or brake wear patterns show up years before they become failures. Enter the reg below for a full AI analysis.
- 🔍 Inspect for corrosion in person. Brake pipes, sills, subframes, and chassis legs. Surface rust is normal at this age; structural rust is a serious problem that's expensive to fix and can fail an MOT.
- 🛞 Check tyres and brakes. The most common advisory items at this age. Budget for replacement if they're near the limit — factor this into your offer price.
- ⚠️ 35.3% of these vehicles have had a dangerous defect recorded. Enter the reg below — the full MOT history will show exactly what was flagged and whether it was resolved.
- 📄 Run an HPI check. The MOT history won't show outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen status — an HPI check will.
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Pass Rate by Fuel Type
| Fuel type | Vehicles | Pass rate | Avg failures |
|---|---|---|---|
| Petrol (71%) | 764 | 72.9% | 4.4 |
| Diesel (27%) | 297 | 70.2% | 5.61 |
| LPG (2%) | 19 | 68.2% | 6.53 |
| Gas Bi-Fuel (0%) | 2 | 61.6% | 6 |
| Other (0%) | 1 | 64.3% | 5 |
Mileage Distribution
Most 2000 Mazda Bongo vehicles sit in the blue band. If the car you're looking at is outside it, it's either unusually low or high mileage for its age.
Half of all 2000 Mazda Bongo vehicles fall between 90,609 and 145,330 miles.
2000 Mazda Bongo — Still on the Road
Strong survival — 798 vehicles still getting MOTs in 2025, 93% of the peak.
Based on vehicles from this manufacture year that had at least one MOT test in each calendar year. Data from 2014–2025.
MOT History Averages
Most Common MOT Issues — 2000 Mazda Bongo
Based on actual MOT test records for this model. Percentage shows how often each item appears across all vehicles in this cohort.
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91.8%
Oil leak, but not excessive
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29.2%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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27%
Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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25%
Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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24.2%
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit
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22.5%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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22.3%
Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin
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22%
Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened
Data covers a 3-year window centred on 2000. Counts include advisories and failures.
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