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BA03 XGU

2003 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires4 Mar 2027
Tests5 (3 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate60%

Mileage

184,657 mi
Last recorded184,657 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBA03 XGU
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

3 pass 2 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2026 184,657 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 Mar 2026 184,657 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2025 176,341 miles
Fail 6 Feb 2025 176,341 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 13 Apr 2023 176,152 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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BA03 XGU is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 60%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 BA03 XGU, 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 BA03 XGU registered?

BA03 XGU is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 August 2003.

Is BA03 XGU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BA03 XGU shows 5 tests with a 60% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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