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LJ51 PEB

2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires10 Dec 2026
Tests1 (1 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

192,224 mi
Last recorded192,224 miles
Recorded on11 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee129,071 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLJ51 PEB
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc
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MOT History

1 pass
Pass 11 Dec 2025 192,224 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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LJ51 PEB is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 1 MOT test with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.7% with a typical mileage of 129,071 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LJ51 PEB, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 25 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

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How do I check the history of LJ51 PEB?

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What year was LJ51 PEB registered?

LJ51 PEB is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is LJ51 PEB safe to buy?

The MOT history for LJ51 PEB shows 1 test 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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