MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE (2013)
Running costs, common problems, and reliability data based on 40 real MOT tests in 2024.
MOT Pass Rate
65%
Total Tests (2024)
40
Avg Mileage
117,328 mi
Est. Annual Cost
£2,217
Is the 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE reliable?
Below average reliability. Budget extra for maintenance and repairs. That's 17 points below the national average of 82%. It falls below the MAZDA brand average of 81%.
At 11 years old, 65% of MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEEs from 2013 passed their MOT first time in 2024. That's based on 40 tests across the UK. The average mileage at this age is 117,328 miles.
How does the 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE compare?
Mileage Analysis
The average 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE has 117,328 miles on the clock, which is above the expected 81,400 miles for a 11-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 FRIENDEE?
The most reliable year is the 2004 model with a 89% MOT pass rate, while the 2014 model has the lowest at 61%. The 2013 sits between the two at 65%.
How much does a 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE cost to run?
Higher than average due to low pass rate
Based on 7,400 miles/year (UK average), current fuel prices, and repair likelihood from MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE by Year
| Year | Pass Rate | Tests | Avg Mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020 | 93% | 43 | 112,571 mi |
| 2017 | 70% | 40 | 136,463 mi |
| 2016 | 65% | 46 | 128,564 mi |
| 2015 | 77% | 70 | 109,034 mi |
| 2014 | 61% | 75 | 126,398 mi |
| 2013 | 65% | 40 | 117,328 mi |
| 2011 | 65% | 46 | 162,945 mi |
| 2009 | 61% | 44 | 123,721 mi |
| 2007 | 87% | 67 | 187,266 mi |
| 2006 | 81% | 59 | 125,309 mi |
| 2005 | 78% | 125 | 109,955 mi |
| 2004 | 89% | 126 | 98,201 mi |
| 2003 | 88% | 91 | 99,174 mi |
| 2002 | 79% | 163 | 90,086 mi |
| 2001 | 80% | 82 | 109,911 mi |
| 2000 | 83% | 42 | 98,714 mi |
| 1999 | 76% | 38 | 115,079 mi |
| 1997 | 71% | 35 | 143,011 mi |
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About the 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE
The 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE is a family car with a 1999cc petrol engine. 40 of these vehicles were MOT tested in 2024, making it a rare model on UK roads. It sits in the bottom 100% of 2013 cars for MOT pass rates.
With an average of 117,328 miles at 11 years old, MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE owners cover more miles than the average driver.
2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE Fuel Costs
The 1999cc 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 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE?
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 65% MOT pass rate. Cars in this bracket tend to need work on suspension, brakes, and emissions components.
MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE Reliability Trend
Older MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEEs tend to have better MOT pass rates than newer ones, with an average decline of 7 percentage points across model years.
Buying a Used 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE
At 11 years old, the MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE 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 2004 model has the highest pass rate at 89%. Note: with only 40 tests in our data, these figures should be treated as indicative rather than definitive.
Alternatives to the 2013 MAZDA BONGO FRIENDEE
If reliability is your priority, there are 4 similar cars with a higher MOT pass rate. Here are comparable petrol cars with similar engines:
- FORD FOCUS (2013) 78% pass rate (+13%) from 132,292 tests
- NISSAN QASHQAI (2013) 72% pass rate (+7%) from 84,989 tests
- BMW 3 SERIES (2015) 88% pass rate (+23%) from 61,659 tests
- MERCEDES C (2012) 79% pass rate (+14%) from 59,235 tests