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HY53 EKX

2010 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

212,004 mi
Last recorded212,004 miles
Recorded on23 Oct 2025
Typical for 2010 Mazda Bongo135,155 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHY53 EKX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2010
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 23 Oct 2025 212,004 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2024 208,679 miles

Nearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill as marked (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 19 Oct 2023 203,680 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced body sill/wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 24 Oct 2022 197,370 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Integral body structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security body sill (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 24 Sep 2021 194,080 miles
Pass 24 Sep 2020 191,900 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Sep 2019 186,579 miles

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

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

Offside Front Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 5 Oct 2018 181,129 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2017 179,185 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2016 176,875 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2016 176,172 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2015 171,919 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 12 Jun 2015 171,919 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 10 Jun 2014 164,950 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 1 Jun 2013 157,998 miles

Temporary fuel cap fitted

Pass 2 Jun 2012 152,814 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2011 148,260 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Jun 2010 141,765 miles

all brake discs are rusted on contact surfaces.

both wipers will need attention soon.

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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HY53 EKX is a 2010 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

Across all 2010 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 135,155 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 HY53 EKX, 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 16 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was HY53 EKX registered?

HY53 EKX is a 2010 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 July 2010.

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