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HL53 NLE

2003 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Apr 2027
Tests7 (7 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

132,898 mi
Last recorded132,898 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHL53 NLE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass
Pass 25 Mar 2026 132,898 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2025 117,717 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2024 102,903 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing ALL FOUR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 92,163 miles
Pass 22 Apr 2022 80,319 miles
Pass 26 Jul 2021 77,900 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 73,169 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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HL53 NLE is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 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 HL53 NLE, 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

How do I check the history of HL53 NLE?

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What year was HL53 NLE registered?

HL53 NLE is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 15 October 2003.

Is HL53 NLE safe to buy?

The MOT history for HL53 NLE shows 7 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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