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AR03 OXD

2003 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Jul 2026
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

153,114 mi
Last recorded153,114 miles
Recorded on27 Jun 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAR03 OXD
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 27 Jun 2025 153,114 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear fog light lense colour

Pass 16 Jul 2024 145,185 miles
Fail 16 Jul 2024 145,185 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 141,015 miles
Fail 7 Sep 2023 141,015 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively Both (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2022 127,799 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 123,727 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2020 113,463 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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AR03 OXD is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 AR03 OXD, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of AR03 OXD?

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What year was AR03 OXD registered?

AR03 OXD is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AR03 OXD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AR03 OXD shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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