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BM53 LXC

2018 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Oct 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

89,087 mi
Last recorded89,087 miles
Recorded on11 Sep 2025
Typical for 2018 Mazda Bongo105,914 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBM53 LXC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2018
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Sep 2025 89,087 miles

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

Pass 3 Oct 2024 85,743 miles

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

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

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

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

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

Pass 27 Sep 2023 82,416 miles

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

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

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

Pass 19 Sep 2022 78,888 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2021 74,960 miles

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

Fail 27 Sep 2021 74,951 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 73,509 miles

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

Pass 28 Aug 2019 115,949 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2018 113,868 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 LXC is a 2018 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2018 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 105,914 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 LXC, 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 8 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BM53 LXC registered?

BM53 LXC is a 2018 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 June 2018.

Is BM53 LXC safe to buy?

The MOT history for BM53 LXC shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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