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VF51 AFX

2002 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2490cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 May 2027
Tests6 (6 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

37,800 mi
Last recorded37,800 miles
Recorded on21 May 2026
Typical for 2002 Mazda Bongo118,797 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF51 AFX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2002
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,490cc

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MOT History

6 pass
Pass 21 May 2026 37,800 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 30 Jul 2025 37,151 miles
Pass 22 Jul 2024 35,074 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 33,479 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2022 30,902 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2021 26,674 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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VF51 AFX is a 2002 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,490cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 6 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 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 VF51 AFX, 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

How do I check the history of VF51 AFX?

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What year was VF51 AFX registered?

VF51 AFX is a 2002 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 January 2002.

Is VF51 AFX safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF51 AFX shows 6 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF51 AFX have outstanding finance?

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