Mazda Frendee Bongo MOT Pass Rate
Overall pass rate across all manufacture years, based on 49 real MOT test results. Failure rate: 36.7%.
Data from official DVSA MOT testing records
Mazda Frendee Bongo MOT Reliability Overview
The Mazda Frendee Bongo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 49 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.3% and a failure rate of 36.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
Based on this data, the Mazda Frendee Bongo earns a "Average" reliability rating. The average Mazda Frendee Bongo presents for MOT with approximately 156,775 miles on the clock.
The most common MOT failure for the Mazda Frendee Bongo is Suspension, affecting 44.9% of all tests. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. The second most common issue is Body, chassis, structure at 40.8%. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment rounds out the top three at 34.7%. Together, these top 3 failure categories account for a significant portion of all MOT failures for this model.
Top failures across all manufacture years combined. Individual year pages may show different top failures.
What Fails Most
* High Fail Rate badge indicates an MOT pass rate below 65% (failure rate above 35%).
What Fails on This Car?
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| Rank | Failure Category | Rate (%) | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lamps, Reflectors And Electrical Equipment | 55.1% | 27 |
| 2 | Suspension | 44.9% | 22 |
| 3 | Body, Chassis, Structure | 40.8% | 20 |
| 4 | Brakes | 32.7% | 16 |
| 5 | Tyres | 26.5% | 13 |
| 6 | Driver's View Of The Road | 18.4% | 9 |
| 7 | Exhaust, Fuel And Emissions | 8.2% | 4 |
| 8 | Visibility | 8.2% | 4 |
| 9 | Non-component Advisories | 6.1% | 3 |
| 10 | Steering | 4.1% | 2 |
| 11 | Body, Structure And General Items | 2.0% | 1 |
| 12 | Noise, Emissions And Leaks | 2.0% | 1 |
Failures per 10,000 Miles
avg. 156,775 miFor every 10,000 miles driven, this shows what percentage of MOT tests fail for each category. This accounts for how far cars are actually driven, not just raw pass/fail counts.
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| Category | Rate / 10K mi | Raw % | Count |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lamps & Electrical | 3.51 | 55.1% | 27 |
| Suspension | 2.86 | 44.9% | 22 |
| Body & Structure | 2.73 | 42.8% | 21 |
| Brakes | 2.08 | 32.7% | 16 |
| Tyres | 1.69 | 26.5% | 13 |
| Visibility | 1.69 | 26.6% | 13 |
| Emissions & Exhaust | 0.52 | 8.2% | 4 |
| Non-component advisories | 0.39 | 6.1% | 3 |
| Steering | 0.26 | 4.1% | 2 |
| Noise, emissions and leaks | 0.13 | 2.0% | 1 |
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Mileage at MOT
The average Mazda Frendee Bongo has 156,775 miles when tested for MOT.
📊 Mileage-Adjusted Failure Rate
How often this car fails MOT relative to how much it's driven — a fairer comparison than raw pass rate.
The Mazda Frendee Bongo has a mileage-adjusted failure rate of 2.34% per 10,000 miles driven. The average across all makes is 5.38%, so this model is better than average.
About Mazda Frendee Bongo MOT Data
The Mazda Frendee Bongo is a rare vehicle in the UK, with 49 MOT test results recorded in our database spanning 0 manufacture years. It has an overall MOT pass rate of 63.3% and a failure rate of 36.7%, which is around the UK average of approximately 37%.
For Mazda Frendee Bongo owners, these results suggest average reliability — some preparation before MOT can improve pass chances. Focus your pre-MOT checks on suspension and body, chassis, structure for the best chance of a first-time pass. Use our detailed year-by-year breakdown and failure analysis below to understand how your specific Frendee Bongo is likely to perform.
Suspension — 44.9% of failures
Suspension issues account for 44.9% of MOT failures on the Mazda Frendee Bongo. Suspension failures typically involve worn bushes, leaking shock absorbers, broken coil springs, and damaged suspension arms. These affect ride quality, tyre wear, and road holding. Typical repair costs: £200–500. Pre-MOT check: Look for uneven tyre wear, listen for clunking over bumps, and check if the car pulls to one side. A bouncy ride suggests worn shock absorbers. Visually inspect coil springs for cracks.
Body, chassis, structure — 40.8% of failures
Body, chassis, structure issues account for 40.8% of MOT failures on the Mazda Frendee Bongo. Body and structure failures include excessive corrosion, sharp edges, loose panels, and damage to the vehicle frame. Rust is the primary concern, especially on older vehicles or those exposed to road salt. Typical repair costs: £100–500+. Pre-MOT check: Inspect sills, wheel arches, door bottoms, and the chassis for rust. Surface rust is acceptable but structural corrosion or holes will fail. Check that all doors, bonnet, and boot close securely.
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment — 34.7% of failures
Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment issues account for 34.7% of MOT failures on the Mazda Frendee Bongo. Lighting failures cover all external lights: headlights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, fog lights, and reflectors. A single blown bulb will cause an MOT fail. This is one of the most preventable failure categories. Typical repair costs: £5–50. Pre-MOT check: Walk around the car and check every light — headlights (dipped and main beam), side lights, tail lights, brake lights, indicators, hazard lights, reverse light, rear fog light, and number plate lights. Replace any blown bulbs before the test.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Mazda Frendee Bongo?
Based on 49 (based on limited data) MOT tests in our database, the Mazda Frendee Bongo has an overall pass rate of 63.3% (36.7% fail rate).
What are the most common MOT failures on a Mazda Frendee Bongo?
The top 3 reasons a Mazda Frendee Bongo fails its MOT are: 1. Suspension (44.9%), 2. Body, chassis, structure (40.8%), 3. Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (34.7%). Check these areas before booking your MOT.
Is the Mazda Frendee Bongo reliable?
With a 36.7% MOT failure rate, the Frendee Bongo is about average compared to the UK average of ~40%.
What should I check before an MOT on my Mazda Frendee Bongo?
Based on failure data, focus on: Suspension (44.9%); Body, chassis, structure (40.8%); Lamps, Reflectors and Electrical Equipment (34.7%). These are the areas most likely to cause a fail. Also check all lights, tyres (minimum 1.6mm tread), and windscreen condition — these are quick wins that apply to all cars.
Based on DVSA anonymised MOT test data (2005–2024). Crown copyright, Open Government Licence v3.0.