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MJ02 NAN

2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Petrol 2499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Mar 2027
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

150,604 mi
Last recorded150,604 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee131,844 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMJ02 NAN
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2002
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,499cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 150,604 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2025 126,083 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 26 Mar 2024 108,546 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Mar 2023 94,178 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Fail 8 Mar 2023 94,178 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

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

Pass 9 Mar 2022 49,600 miles
Pass 11 May 2021 79,817 miles
Fail 6 May 2021 79,816 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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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MJ02 NAN is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 2,499cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 MJ02 NAN, 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

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What year was MJ02 NAN registered?

MJ02 NAN is a 2002 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 14 August 2002.

Is MJ02 NAN safe to buy?

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