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MC51 MXP

2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Petrol 1999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Feb 2027
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

96,975 mi
Last recorded96,975 miles
Recorded on3 Feb 2026
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee129,071 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC51 MXP
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,999cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 3 Feb 2026 96,975 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2025 93,589 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2024 93,526 miles
Fail 27 Jun 2024 93,526 miles

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 26 Aug 2022 93,438 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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MC51 MXP is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 1,999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MC51 MXP, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was MC51 MXP registered?

MC51 MXP is a 2001 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 13 November 2001.

Is MC51 MXP safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC51 MXP shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does MC51 MXP have outstanding finance?

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