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BM53 LUW

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Oct 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

148,716 mi
Last recorded148,716 miles
Recorded on25 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 LUW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Oct 2025 148,716 miles
Fail 17 Oct 2025 148,683 miles

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

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

Nearside Sill cover insecure

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 144,664 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 17 Oct 2024 144,664 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 138,996 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Oct 2023 138,976 miles

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2022 130,226 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2022 130,221 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Oct 2021 125,285 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2020 120,749 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2018 109,148 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2017 100,781 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2016 97,185 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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BM53 LUW is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 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 BM53 LUW, 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 BM53 LUW registered?

BM53 LUW is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is BM53 LUW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM53 LUW shows 13 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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