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FB52 EDO

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

204,492 mi
Last recorded204,492 miles
Recorded on9 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB52 EDO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 May 2026 204,492 miles

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

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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

Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened front & rear subframe/suspension corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

both headlights cloudy

vehicle showing sings of corrosion

Pass 12 May 2025 200,542 miles

Central Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2024 196,314 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2024 196,314 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.5.4 (a))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 183,810 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 10 Feb 2022 172,328 miles

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

Pass 12 Jan 2021 161,087 miles
Fail 12 Jan 2021 161,087 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low and too far to the right. (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 11 Jul 2019 147,497 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2018 140,511 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2017 138,432 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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FB52 EDO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 FB52 EDO, 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 FB52 EDO registered?

FB52 EDO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FB52 EDO safe to buy?

The MOT history for FB52 EDO shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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