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RG53 HJC

2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires28 Aug 2024
Tests6 (5 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

269,405 mi
Last recorded269,405 miles
Recorded on29 Aug 2023
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee122,473 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRG53 HJC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2003
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

5 pass 1 fail
Pass 29 Aug 2023 269,405 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2022 264,916 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2022 264,916 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2021 253,468 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2020 243,921 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2017 243,631 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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RG53 HJC is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 122,473 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 RG53 HJC, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was RG53 HJC registered?

RG53 HJC is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 September 2003.

Is RG53 HJC safe to buy?

The MOT history for RG53 HJC shows 6 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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