1997 Mazda Bongo 2.5L Diesel · P735 AYG
1997 Mazda Bongo (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 1997. Recorded mileage 107,619 miles. MOT valid until 15 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA BONGO
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 15 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 107,619 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P735 AYG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/07/2026
- 107,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P735 AYG 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 1997 Mazda Bongo (P735 AYG) between May 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 17 July 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: Bodywork (6 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
P735 AYG Mileage History
- 17/05/2023162,972 km
- 10/05/2024168,639 km+5,667 km
- 10/05/2024168,639 km
- 19/06/2025170,186 km+1,547 km
- 17/07/2026107,619 mi
Average of roughly -17,477 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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