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MOT pass rates, common failures, and reliability data for the Ford Bongo. Check any Bongo by registration number below.

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66.7%

Avg Pass Rate

-18.4%

vs Ford Avg

4

Year Ranges

Average

Reliability

Ford Bongo — MOT Reliability Overview

The Ford Bongo has an average MOT pass rate of 66.7%, which is 18.4 percentage points below the Ford brand average of 85.1%. This is a reasonable result that reflects typical UK reliability standards. Regular servicing and addressing advisories promptly will help keep your Bongo on the road.

The most common reasons a Ford Bongo fails its MOT are the strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired. If you are preparing your Bongo for its MOT, checking these areas first could save you a retest fee. Our detailed fault analysis includes estimated repair costs for each failure type.

Before buying a used Ford Bongo, we recommend checking the full MOT history, write-off status, outstanding finance, and stolen vehicle status. These checks can be done for free using the registration number.

MOT Pass Rate by Year

How the Ford Bongo performs at MOT across different model years.

2007

Based on 33 vehicles

60.6%Below Average
Ford average: 85.1%
Retest Rate

17.6%

2006

Based on 41 vehicles

75.6%Good
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

9.1%

Retest Rate

18.2%

2005

Based on 52 vehicles

63.5%Below Average
Ford average: 85.1%
Dangerous Defects

6.7%

Retest Rate

6.7%

0

Based on 186 vehicles

67.2%Average
Ford average: 85.1%
Mileage at 5yr

159k mi

Top MOT Failures — Ford Bongo

The most common reasons a Ford Bongo fails its MOT, aggregated across all year ranges.

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The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired

25.0%
Ford Bongo Common Faults & Repair Costs

Where Failures Occur

The areas of the vehicle most commonly flagged during MOT inspections.

Front Offside

12.1%

Offside

9.1%

Rear

6.1%

Other Ford Models

Compare MOT reliability across Ford models.

Ford Grand Tourneo Connect

75.7% pass rate

Ford Puma St-line

95.4% pass rate

Ford Tourneo Connect

89.9% pass rate

Ford Focus Active Edition Mhev

93.1% pass rate

Ford Mondeo

67.1% pass rate

Ford Focus C - Max

96.1% pass rate

Useful MOT Guides

Common MOT Failures

The most common reasons UK vehicles fail their MOT — and how to prepare.

MOT Checklist

Pre-MOT checklist to improve your chances of passing first time.

Advisory vs Failure

Understanding the difference between MOT advisories and failures.

See detailed fault analysis for Ford Bongo

Ford Bongo — Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about the Ford Bongo MOT and reliability.

What is the MOT pass rate for the Ford Bongo?
The average MOT pass rate for the Ford Bongo is 66.7% compared to the Ford average of 85.1%. Pass rates vary by year — check the year-by-year breakdown on this page for details.
What are the most common MOT failures on a Ford Bongo?
The most common MOT failures on the Ford Bongo are: The strength or continuity of the load bearing structure within 30cm of any sub-frame, spring or suspension component mounting (a 'prescribed area') is significantly reduced or inadequately repaired (25.0%). These are the components most likely to cause an MOT failure.
Is the Ford Bongo reliable?
With an average MOT pass rate of 66.7%, the Ford Bongo is rated as "Average" for reliability. This is around average — regular maintenance is recommended to avoid common failure points.
How do I check the MOT history of a Ford Bongo?
Enter the vehicle's registration number in the search box at the top of this page. You will instantly see the complete MOT history including every test result, mileage readings, advisories, and dangerous defects — completely free.
What mileage should I expect on a Ford Bongo?
Typical mileage for the Ford Bongo: 158,689 miles at 5 years. Use these benchmarks when evaluating a used Bongo to spot vehicles with unusually high or low mileage.

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