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AR02 MZE

2002 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Sep 2026
Tests12 (12 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

167,424 mi
Last recorded167,424 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR02 MZE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

12 pass
Pass 30 Aug 2025 167,424 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2024 160,184 miles
Pass 31 Aug 2023 152,480 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 142,830 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2021 133,277 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2020 125,599 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2019 118,538 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 105,682 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 105,682 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2017 88,682 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2016 70,841 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2015 57,415 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo?

Based on 251,584 MOT tests across 14,362 vehicles.

67.3%
Pass Rate
5,064
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
14,362
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 6,854
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 6,786
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 6,443
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 5,607
Registration plate lamp not working 3,890
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AR02 MZE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 118,797 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 6,854 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AR02 MZE, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 24 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AR02 MZE registered?

AR02 MZE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 August 2002.

Is AR02 MZE safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR02 MZE shows 12 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does AR02 MZE have outstanding finance?

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