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LU02 AOM

2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Feb 2027
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

71,565 mi
Last recorded71,565 miles
Recorded on20 Feb 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee131,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLU02 AOM
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Feb 2026 71,565 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both bulbs (4.1.4 (b))

emissions catalyst slow to work

Fail 20 Feb 2026 71,565 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both bulbs (4.1.4 (b))

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

emissions catalyst slow to work

Pass 3 Feb 2025 67,546 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2024 64,362 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 62,047 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2022 59,086 miles
Fail 17 Jan 2022 59,086 miles

Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 55,131 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 52,483 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2019 52,483 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Jan 2019 51,547 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Jan 2018 50,185 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2016 47,949 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2015 46,134 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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LU02 AOM is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 80.1% with a typical mileage of 131,844 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 LU02 AOM, 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 24 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was LU02 AOM registered?

LU02 AOM is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is LU02 AOM safe to buy?

The MOT history for LU02 AOM shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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