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FB53 HVL

2003 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires27 Oct 2026
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

180,674 mi
Last recorded180,674 miles
Recorded on28 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFB53 HVL
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 28 Oct 2025 180,674 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 7 Oct 2024 179,025 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2023 178,029 miles
Pass 21 Sep 2022 176,703 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both are slightly worn on their outer edges (5.2.3 (e))

engine covers and under trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 29 Sep 2021 172,946 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2020 170,510 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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FB53 HVL is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 FB53 HVL, 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 FB53 HVL registered?

FB53 HVL is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is FB53 HVL safe to buy?

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