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BA02 BWE

2002 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jan 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

155,639 mi
Last recorded155,639 miles
Recorded on27 Jan 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA02 BWE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 Jan 2026 155,639 miles

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Fail 23 Jan 2026 155,637 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Pass 31 Jul 2024 151,524 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2023 149,917 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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BA02 BWE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 BA02 BWE, 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 BA02 BWE registered?

BA02 BWE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 28 March 2002.

Is BA02 BWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA02 BWE shows 4 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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