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S953 FVE

2018 Mazda Bongo Friendee

White Diesel 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Mar 2027
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

98,904 mi
Last recorded98,904 miles
Recorded on24 Mar 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda Bongo Friendee101,043 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationS953 FVE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Mar 2026 98,904 miles

Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front cross member (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner wing lower sill slight corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rear chassis corroded within 30 cm of rear coil spring top housing (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 17 Mar 2025 98,493 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened across rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear shock absorber outer casing rusty and corroded

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides rear tyres cracking and perishing centre treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security both sides rear outer sill rusty and surface corrosion within 30 cm of rear axle front pin bush (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2024 97,761 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened across rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear shock absorber outer casing rusty ands corroded

rear suspension bump stopper detached and missing

Pass 23 Mar 2023 97,044 miles

Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened across rear axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both sides rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both sides front (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear shock absorber outer metal casing rusty and corroded

rear suspension bump stopper detached and missing

Pass 12 Oct 2021 96,105 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Coil spring corroded both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 19 Nov 2020 95,858 miles

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 14 Nov 2020 95,858 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both front (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both rear (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 17 Oct 2019 95,613 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2018 91,717 miles

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

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

Fail 16 Oct 2018 91,717 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases mid box (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension component ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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

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

Pass 27 Feb 2018 91,683 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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S953 FVE is a 2018 Mazda Bongo Friendee in White with a 2,500cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

Across all 2018 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 89.2% with a typical mileage of 101,043 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 S953 FVE, 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 8 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was S953 FVE registered?

S953 FVE is a 2018 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 7 March 2018.

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