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VF02 RWV

2002 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Mar 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

126,495 mi
Last recorded126,495 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF02 RWV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 126,495 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged stalk cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Fail 16 Mar 2026 126,495 miles

Coil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

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

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

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged stalk cover missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

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

Pass 17 Mar 2025 122,134 miles

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

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

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

Pass 11 Mar 2024 119,321 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Mar 2023 112,416 miles

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

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Fail 10 Mar 2023 112,416 miles

Nearside Rear Brake disc contaminated (1.1.14 (b))

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Rear hub leaking grease/oil over the backplate and brakes

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

engine covers and undertrays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 4 Mar 2022 110,503 miles

n/s/r hub seal has slight weep of fluid (Advise attention

Fail 4 Mar 2022 110,503 miles

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

n/s/r hub seal has slight weep of fluid (Advise attention

Pass 23 Jan 2021 107,308 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2021 107,307 miles

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

Nearside Front Nail in tyre ()

Pass 17 Jan 2020 104,271 miles
Fail 10 Jan 2020 104,271 miles

Nearside Front Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) contaminated Contaminated with oil (1.1.13 (b))

Nearside Rear Hub oil seal leaking

Pass 5 Sep 2018 97,270 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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VF02 RWV is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 VF02 RWV, 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

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What year was VF02 RWV registered?

VF02 RWV is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 2002.

Is VF02 RWV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF02 RWV shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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