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VF03 ZDH

2003 Mazda Bongo

Blue Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Jun 2027
Tests26 (18 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

225,157 mi
Last recorded225,157 miles
Recorded on7 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF03 ZDH
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

18 pass 8 fail
Pass 7 May 2026 225,157 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 223,740 miles
Fail 2 Jun 2025 223,740 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 16 May 2025 223,740 miles

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Front of small silencer (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Vehicle structure excessively corroded within 30cm of towbar mounting (6.1.6 (i) (i))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working Covered with black tape (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Inner sill , behind wheel arch , very badly corroded & holed

Offside Rear Inner sill , behind wheel arch heavily corroded & holed . Not within a prescribed area

Pass 17 Apr 2024 221,489 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2024 221,487 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

Nearside Rear Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Fail 1 Mar 2024 221,745 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test Dash cam below rear view mirror . Relocated left & behind mirror ()

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 28% (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Pass 3 Feb 2023 217,996 miles
Fail 31 Jan 2023 217,960 miles

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

Offside Front Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Inner Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced middle sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 3 Mar 2022 214,061 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2021 210,900 miles

Nearside Rear crossmember that tow bar mounts to covered in underseal

Offside Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill near heater pipes (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 2 Mar 2020 209,709 miles
Fail 2 Mar 2020 209,709 miles

Front Position lamp not working Both (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 29 Apr 2019 197,901 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2018 182,804 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2017 177,305 miles
Fail 3 Mar 2017 177,300 miles

Nearside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Offside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded (2.4.A.3)

Pass 1 Feb 2016 176,954 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2014 162,510 miles

advise battery clamp is a poor fit ,battery is secure.

Fail 8 Dec 2014 162,510 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

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

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

advise battery clamp is a poor fit ,battery is secure.

Pass 9 Dec 2013 151,633 miles

advise front and rear b/pads low

advise play in both rear anti roll bar d bushes

advise slight misting of oil from n/s/r shock absorber top seal

Pass 13 Dec 2012 43,474 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 130,218 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2010 120,998 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2009 105,753 miles
Pass 6 Nov 2008 84,478 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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VF03 ZDH is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 VF03 ZDH, 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 23 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 VF03 ZDH registered?

VF03 ZDH is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VF03 ZDH safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF03 ZDH shows 26 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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