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MAZDA BONGO (2005)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 1,384 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

68%

Total Tests (2024)

1,384

Avg Mileage

139,153 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,217

Is the 2005 MAZDA BONGO reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 14 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.

At 19 years old, 68% of MAZDA BONGOs from 2005 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 1,384 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 139,153 miles.

How does the 2005 MAZDA BONGO compare?

Rank among all 2005 cars433th out of 526(top 82%)
Rank among all MAZDA models413th out of 483(top 86%)
vs national average-14% (82% avg)
vs 2005 cars average-4% (72% avg)
vs MAZDA average-13% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2005 MAZDA BONGO has 139,153 miles on the clock, which is in line with the expected 140,600 miles for a 19-year-old car, suggesting normal everyday use.

Best year to buy a MAZDA BONGO?

The most reliable year is the 2018 model with a 78% MOT pass rate, while the 2009 model has the lowest at 63%. The 2005 sits between the two at 68%.

How much does a 2005 MAZDA BONGO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 1998cc)
£1,327
🏛️Road Tax
£135
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,217
Per month£185/mo

Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.

MAZDA BONGO by Year

YearPass RateTestsAvg Mileage
202176%9998,059 mi
202074%21086,171 mi
201977%220101,242 mi
201878%277100,079 mi
201775%478110,285 mi
201672%753114,318 mi
201572%770120,943 mi
201468%804125,212 mi
201365%706138,716 mi
201268%548146,888 mi
201165%736149,648 mi
201064%863144,418 mi
200963%796146,139 mi
200866%1,072156,410 mi
200763%1,331150,625 mi
200667%1,233149,731 mi
200568%1,384139,153 mi
200470%1,127129,099 mi
200371%764116,308 mi
200276%780105,775 mi
200174%738107,775 mi
200075%757110,842 mi
199973%610116,062 mi
199869%400127,304 mi
199771%573137,918 mi
199665%691147,944 mi
199564%504157,843 mi

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About the 2005 MAZDA BONGO

The 2005 MAZDA BONGO is a family car with a 1998cc petrol engine. 1,384 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a reasonably common sight on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 82% of 2005 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 139,153 miles at 19 years old, MAZDA BONGO owners drive about as much as the UK average.

2005 MAZDA BONGO Fuel Costs

The 1998cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 36 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,327 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2005 MAZDA BONGO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,217 (£185/month), broken down as £1327 fuel, £135 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 68% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.

MAZDA BONGO Reliability Trend

The MAZDA BONGO has maintained consistent MOT pass rates across model years, varying by only 1 percentage points.

Buying a Used 2005 MAZDA BONGO

At 19 years old, the MAZDA BONGO is firmly in budget territory. Purchase prices are low, but check for rust, worn suspension bushes, and electrical gremlins. A full service history is especially valuable at this age. If you're flexible on year, the 2018 model has the highest pass rate at 78%.

Alternatives to the 2005 MAZDA BONGO

If reliability is your priority, there are 3 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: