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VF05 FXG

2005 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Dec 2026
Tests10 (7 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate70%

Mileage

105,438 mi
Last recorded105,438 miles
Recorded on4 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Mazda Bongo133,806 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

7 pass 3 fail
Pass 4 Dec 2025 105,438 miles

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output Both (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 13 Dec 2024 102,983 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 21 Dec 2023 101,400 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2023 101,398 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 100,821 miles
Fail 19 Dec 2022 100,818 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

Nearside Front Electrical wiring insecure and connectors likely to become disconnected Battery wiring short with ground (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

Pass 2 Dec 2021 99,664 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 10 Dec 2020 98,825 miles

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Dec 2020 98,825 miles

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

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

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

Rear fog lamp tell-tale not working (4.9.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement D bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 27 Jun 2019 97,995 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 FXG is a 2005 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70%.

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 FXG, 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 FXG registered?

VF05 FXG is a 2005 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 2005.

Is VF05 FXG safe to buy?

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