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HC53 HBG

2003 Mazda Bongo

Green Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

147,727 mi
Last recorded147,727 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHC53 HBG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 21 May 2026 147,727 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 24 Oct 2025 146,013 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill sliding door shut close to excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting repair covered in underseal inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both outer sill covers fitted

Fail 16 Oct 2025 145,981 miles

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner arch (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis by bump stop (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (multiple holes) (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill sliding door shut close to excess (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

Rear Tyre has a cut but not deep enough to reach the ply or cords both sides (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both front chassis out riggers (5.3.6 (a) (i))

both outer sill covers fitted

Pass 23 Oct 2024 141,167 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))

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

outer sill covers fitted

Pass 29 Sep 2023 135,581 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis out rigger (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Oct 2022 129,611 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

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

Fail 11 Oct 2022 129,609 miles

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

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Front tyre is slightly misshapen

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

Offside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))

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

Pass 1 Oct 2021 119,853 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Fail 27 Sep 2021 119,850 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Sep 2020 107,403 miles

front registration plate deteriorated

Fail 24 Sep 2020 107,402 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light (4.5.4 (a))

front registration plate deteriorated

Pass 12 Apr 2019 96,121 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 96,118 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

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

Pass 24 Aug 2017 85,817 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp slightly discoloured (1.3.2e)

Oil leak

Pass 7 Sep 2016 73,898 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2016 73,897 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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HC53 HBG is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Green with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

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 HC53 HBG, 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.

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What year was HC53 HBG registered?

HC53 HBG is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is HC53 HBG safe to buy?

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