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FB51 CMK

2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Green Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Sep 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

178,619 mi
Last recorded178,619 miles
Recorded on7 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee129,071 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB51 CMK
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Sep 2026 178,619 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2026 178,616 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens so that the light output is severely reduced (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Headlamp aim unable to be tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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

Pass 16 Sep 2025 170,801 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2025 170,799 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 170,796 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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FB51 CMK is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Green with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 129,071 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FB51 CMK, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FB51 CMK?

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What year was FB51 CMK registered?

FB51 CMK is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 October 2001.

Is FB51 CMK safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB51 CMK shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does FB51 CMK have outstanding finance?

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