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MP53 PXM

2003 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

82,476 mi
Last recorded82,476 miles
Recorded on26 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP53 PXM
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 26 May 2026 82,476 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output BOTH (4.1.4 (b))

vehicle under sealed

Pass 14 May 2025 75,409 miles

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

o/s rear outer floor in front of rear bumper corroded

Fail 23 Feb 2024 75,394 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength cross-member (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

All underside of vehicle and sills corroded.

Pass 17 Mar 2022 74,585 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 73,279 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2020 72,323 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2020 72,302 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2019 70,751 miles
Fail 6 Mar 2019 70,725 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength outer sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))

Offside Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced centre inner sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

Offside outer sill damaged

Pass 16 Mar 2018 69,449 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 69,430 miles

Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded cross-member (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded inner sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded outer sill (2.4.A.3)

Pass 3 Mar 2017 67,991 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 8 Mar 2016 66,358 miles

both rear tyres are perishing

Pass 5 Mar 2015 64,549 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 62,154 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2013 59,726 miles
Fail 20 Feb 2012 56,366 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 20 Feb 2012 56,366 miles

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 51,308 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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MP53 PXM is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 MP53 PXM, 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.

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What year was MP53 PXM registered?

MP53 PXM is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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