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BW52 XFE

2002 Mazda Bongo

Green Petrol 2400cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Mar 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

194,135 mi
Last recorded194,135 miles
Recorded on20 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW52 XFE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,400cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 20 Mar 2026 194,135 miles
Fail 17 Mar 2026 194,123 miles

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

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2025 181,742 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 20 Jun 2024 179,037 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 20 Jun 2023 174,414 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 24 Jun 2022 163,505 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2022 163,470 miles

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

Offside Rear Inner Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 28 May 2021 150,237 miles
Fail 28 May 2021 150,237 miles

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

Pass 10 Jun 2020 142,859 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2020 142,859 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Passenger's seat insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 12 Jan 2019 132,253 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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BW52 XFE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,400cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 BW52 XFE, 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

How do I check the history of BW52 XFE?

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What year was BW52 XFE registered?

BW52 XFE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is BW52 XFE safe to buy?

The MOT history for BW52 XFE shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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