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VF05 CEN

2005 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 Feb 2027
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

104,902 mi
Last recorded104,902 miles
Recorded on16 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF05 CEN
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 16 Feb 2026 104,902 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2025 94,099 miles
Fail 19 Feb 2025 94,099 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Seat belt not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (c))

Pass 23 Feb 2024 87,423 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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VF05 CEN is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2005 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.8% with a typical mileage of 133,806 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 VF05 CEN, 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 21 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 VF05 CEN registered?

VF05 CEN is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is VF05 CEN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF05 CEN shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF05 CEN have outstanding finance?

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