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LO53 PZF

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Nov 2026
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

143,134 mi
Last recorded143,134 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLO53 PZF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 143,134 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 30 Oct 2024 136,487 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and n/s/r slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

slight corrosion to inner body sills

Fail 21 Oct 2024 136,411 miles

Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both fronts (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))

Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt both fronts (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement slight play in d-bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both fronts and n/s/r slightly perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

front brake pads becoming low

slight corrosion to inner body sills

Pass 3 Nov 2023 128,846 miles

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

o/s/r inner light lens slightly damaged and condensated

Fail 24 Oct 2023 128,842 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill corroded and holed within 30cm of suspension arm mounting (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

o/s/r inner light lens slightly damaged and condensated

Pass 14 Oct 2022 118,861 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 18 Oct 2021 108,380 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective plastic lens slightly deteriorated (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Oct 2020 98,824 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2020 98,824 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 12 Apr 2019 78,570 miles
Fail 11 Apr 2019 78,570 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 23 Apr 2018 66,588 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Pass 24 Apr 2017 49,534 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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LO53 PZF is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 LO53 PZF, 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 LO53 PZF?

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What year was LO53 PZF registered?

LO53 PZF is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 December 2003.

Is LO53 PZF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LO53 PZF shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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