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HL53 NSO

2004 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Aug 2026
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

136,939 mi
Last recorded136,939 miles
Recorded on28 Jul 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo134,910 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHL53 NSO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jul 2025 136,939 miles

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

Rear Service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Jul 2024 129,214 miles
Pass 19 Jul 2023 119,020 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2022 108,047 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2021 103,258 miles

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

Pass 7 Aug 2020 97,285 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2019 89,575 miles

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

Pass 24 Jul 2018 82,937 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2018 82,933 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Rear fog lamp missing (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

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 NSO is a 2004 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 134,910 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 NSO, 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 22 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 HL53 NSO registered?

HL53 NSO is a 2004 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 16 February 2004.

Is HL53 NSO safe to buy?

The MOT history for HL53 NSO shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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