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T503 BDV

1999 Mazda Bongo

White Diesel 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Nov 2026
Tests28 (21 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

127,806 mi
Last recorded127,806 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 1999 Mazda Bongo125,870 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT503 BDV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year1999
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

21 pass 7 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 127,806 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s/r lamp damaged

outer sills rusted n/s and o/s

Fail 6 Nov 2025 127,787 miles

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s/r lamp damaged

outer sills rusted n/s and o/s

Pass 5 Nov 2024 124,066 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

outer sills rusted n/s and o/s

Pass 8 Nov 2023 120,861 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s outer sill rusted

Fail 7 Nov 2023 120,860 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced rear arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt upper and lower (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

o/s outer sill rusted

Pass 18 Nov 2022 118,369 miles

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Nov 2021 115,524 miles

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

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

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (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))

Pass 13 Nov 2020 113,063 miles

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

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

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

Pass 21 Nov 2019 111,155 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2019 106,263 miles

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

Front Cross member rusty.

Nearside Rear Outer sill and sill end.

Pass 16 Mar 2018 105,080 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2018 105,079 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 14 Feb 2017 104,105 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2017 104,105 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (8.2.2)

Pass 1 Mar 2016 100,286 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 1 Mar 2016 100,286 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 27 Feb 2015 98,662 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2015 98,662 miles

Nearside Outer Rear Body has a projection caused by corrosion (6.1.C.1)

Pass 26 Feb 2014 96,922 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 8 Mar 2013 92,579 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2012 88,661 miles
Pass 16 May 2011 86,555 miles

both track rod end boots perished,but no play in joints

Pass 20 May 2010 82,593 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2009 81,068 miles
Pass 18 Aug 2008 75,913 miles
Fail 18 Aug 2008 75,913 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device sealing washer missing (7.2.4c)

Pass 16 May 2007 71,536 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2006 71,503 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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T503 BDV is a 1999 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 28 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 1999 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 125,870 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 T503 BDV, 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 27 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was T503 BDV registered?

T503 BDV is a 1999 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 1999.

Is T503 BDV safe to buy?

The MOT history for T503 BDV shows 28 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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