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MP53 ZHC

2003 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests14 (10 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

54,553 mi
Last recorded54,553 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationMP53 ZHC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

10 pass 4 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 54,553 miles

headlamp lenses misty and could do with cleaning

wiper blades slightly torn on at the ends

Pass 1 Apr 2025 53,280 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2024 53,188 miles

Both headlights frosted

Nearside rear brake slightly binding

Pass 4 Jan 2023 51,675 miles
Pass 21 Dec 2021 50,480 miles

Both headlights frosted

Fail 21 Dec 2021 50,480 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both headlights frosted

Fail 14 Dec 2021 50,480 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Both headlights frosted

Pass 9 Dec 2020 49,400 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2019 46,573 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2019 46,573 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Passenger's seat insecure Rear seats insecure (6.2.6 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 3 Jul 2018 43,877 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2017 41,965 miles

Both rear seatbelts slow to return

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Both rear upper drag link rubber bushes slightly deteriorated

Noise in rear diff when rear wheels are rotated

Fail 4 Jul 2017 41,965 miles

Both rear seatbelts slow to return

Both rear trailing arm bushes slightly deteriorated

Both rear upper drag link rubber bushes slightly deteriorated

Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect Both (1.8.A.1b)

Noise in rear diff when rear wheels are rotated

Pass 5 Jul 2016 37,792 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 ZHC is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 ZHC, 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 ZHC registered?

MP53 ZHC is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 October 2003.

Is MP53 ZHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for MP53 ZHC shows 14 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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