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GR53 ZPW

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Gas bi-fuel 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Oct 2024
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

271,250 mi
Last recorded271,250 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGR53 ZPW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typeGas bi-fuel
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2023 271,250 miles

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

chip in windscreen

slight oil leak

Pass 14 Oct 2022 238,992 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Fail 11 Oct 2022 238,992 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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

Pass 20 Oct 2021 228,800 miles
Fail 19 Oct 2021 228,800 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 210,369 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 2 Oct 2019 188,585 miles
Fail 2 Oct 2019 188,585 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 4 Oct 2018 170,312 miles
Fail 27 Sep 2018 170,231 miles

Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 11 Sep 2017 154,857 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively (3.7.B.3)

Pass 5 Sep 2016 133,789 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2015 122,973 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2015 122,971 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2014 95,823 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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GR53 ZPW is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc gas bi-fuel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

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 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 GR53 ZPW, 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 GR53 ZPW registered?

GR53 ZPW is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 25 October 2003.

Is GR53 ZPW safe to buy?

The MOT history for GR53 ZPW shows 15 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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