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MAZDA BONGO (2009)

Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 796 real MOT tests in 2024.

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MOT Pass Rate

63%

Total Tests (2024)

796

Avg Mileage

146,139 mi

Est. Annual Cost

£2,597

Is the 2009 MAZDA BONGO reliable?

Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 19 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.

At 15 years old, 63% of MAZDA BONGOs from 2009 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 796 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 146,139 miles.

How does the 2009 MAZDA BONGO compare?

Rank among all 2009 cars566th out of 575(top 98%)
Rank among all MAZDA models459th out of 483(top 95%)
vs national average-19% (82% avg)
vs 2009 cars average-12% (75% avg)
vs MAZDA average-18% (81% avg)

Mileage Analysis

The average 2009 MAZDA BONGO has 146,139 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 111,000 miles for a 15-year-old car. Higher-mileage cars often have more motorway miles, which is generally less harmful than stop-start urban driving.

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%. Consider a different year if reliability is a priority.

How much does a 2009 MAZDA BONGO cost to run?

⛽Fuel (Petrol, 2490cc)
£1,592
🏛️Road Tax
£250
🔧MOT Test
£55
🛠️Predicted Repairs

Higher than average due to low pass rate

£700
Total per year£2,597
Per month£216/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 2009 MAZDA BONGO

The 2009 MAZDA BONGO is a large car with a 2490cc petrol engine. 796 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a less common model in the UK market. It sits in the bottom 98% of 2009 cars for MOT pass rates.

With an average of 146,139 miles at 15 years old, MAZDA BONGO owners cover more miles than the average driver.

2009 MAZDA BONGO Fuel Costs

The 2490cc petrol engine offers a reasonable balance between performance and economy. Expect around 30 mpg in mixed driving, which works out to roughly £1,592 per year at current petrol prices of 142p per litre (based on 7,400 miles per year).

What does it cost to own a 2009 MAZDA BONGO?

Total estimated annual running cost is £2,597 (£216/month), broken down as £1592 fuel, £250 road tax, £55 MOT, and £700 predicted repairs. The higher repair estimate reflects the 63% 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 2009 MAZDA BONGO

At 15 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.

Alternatives to the 2009 MAZDA BONGO

If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines: