1996 Mazda Bongo 2.5L Diesel · P205 AHO
1996 Mazda Bongo (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Dec 1996. Recorded mileage 185,446 miles. MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA BONGO
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 185,446 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
P205 AHO Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/06/2026
- 185,446 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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P205 AHO Mileage History
- 26/06/2023171,959 mi
- 20/06/2024176,815 mi+4,856 mi
- 24/06/2025181,955 mi+5,140 mi
- 23/06/2026185,446 mi+3,491 mi
- 23/06/2026185,446 mi
Average of roughly 4,506 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P205 AHO MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Mazda Bongo (P205 AHO) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 23 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (5 issues), Tyres (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
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