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SW52 PWE

2002 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Aug 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

50,959 mi
Last recorded50,959 miles
Recorded on22 Jul 2025
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationSW52 PWE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jul 2025 50,959 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2024 48,410 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2024 48,410 miles

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 26 Jul 2023 46,401 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Aug 2022 43,871 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

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

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

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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SW52 PWE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2002 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.9% with a typical mileage of 118,797 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 SW52 PWE, 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 24 years old, this Mazda Bongo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of SW52 PWE?

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What year was SW52 PWE registered?

SW52 PWE is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 16 November 2002.

Is SW52 PWE safe to buy?

The MOT history for SW52 PWE shows 5 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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