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AY03 RYD

2003 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 1989cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Aug 2026
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

43,661 mi
Last recorded43,661 miles
Recorded on14 Aug 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAY03 RYD
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,989cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 14 Aug 2025 43,661 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 12 Aug 2025 43,660 miles

Nearside Front Inner Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (marked) (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 17 Aug 2024 43,626 miles

Nearside Front Inner arch corroded

Offside Front Nail in tyre ()

underside of vehicle undersealed

Pass 25 Apr 2023 42,517 miles

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

Pass 13 May 2022 42,146 miles

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

Fail 12 May 2022 42,146 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2021 42,136 miles

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear outer sill slight corrosion, not seriously weakened

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 29 Sep 2021 42,111 miles

Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2.2.2 (f))

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle handle missing (6.2.3 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

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

Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear outer sill slight corrosion, not seriously weakened

Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 30 Sep 2020 41,720 miles
Fail 23 Sep 2020 41,708 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Outer Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive sill weak but not holed (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Sep 2019 39,299 miles

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Inner Sill excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 20 Sep 2019 39,274 miles

Nearside Front Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength Wheelarch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Inner Sill excessively corroded but not within a prescribed area

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 28 Sep 2018 33,987 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2017 32,257 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2016 30,370 miles
Fail 1 Nov 2016 30,370 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 22 Jan 2016 25,723 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2015 20,892 miles

Oil leak

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Fail 12 Jan 2015 20,890 miles

Nearside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Offside Inner Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Oil leak

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 19,925 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2013 19,860 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2012 17,710 miles
Pass 21 May 2011 15,676 miles
Pass 20 May 2010 9,503 miles
Pass 18 May 2009 3,543 miles
Fail 18 May 2009 3,543 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

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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AY03 RYD is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,989cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 AY03 RYD, 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

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What year was AY03 RYD registered?

AY03 RYD is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is AY03 RYD safe to buy?

The MOT history for AY03 RYD shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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