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MC52 WUV

2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests9 (7 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate77.8%

Mileage

133,924 mi
Last recorded133,924 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee131,844 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMC52 WUV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

7 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 133,924 miles
Pass 6 May 2025 132,827 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 29 Apr 2024 129,842 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 126,980 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 126,980 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 23 Mar 2022 124,398 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2021 122,814 miles
Fail 24 Mar 2021 122,814 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 31 Mar 2020 120,883 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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MC52 WUV is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 77.8%.

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 MC52 WUV, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of MC52 WUV?

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What year was MC52 WUV registered?

MC52 WUV is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 31 December 2002.

Is MC52 WUV safe to buy?

The MOT history for MC52 WUV shows 9 tests with a 77.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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