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VF51 AXN

2016 Mazda Bongo

Blue Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires18 Jun 2027
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

101,655 mi
Last recorded101,655 miles
Recorded on18 Jun 2026
Typical for 2016 Mazda Bongo115,200 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF51 AXN
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2016
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jun 2026 101,655 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 DOT code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 DOT code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 DOT code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2016 DOT code (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Pass 6 Jun 2025 100,373 miles

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

Fail 6 Jun 2025 100,373 miles

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

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Jun 2024 96,321 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2023 94,918 miles
Pass 27 May 2022 89,699 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2021 87,650 miles

Nearside Front Lower ball joint dust cover covered in silicone

Offside Front linkage ball joint dust cover cracking

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking slightly between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 11 Jun 2021 87,648 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Brake fluid warning lamp defective (1.1.10 (f))

Nearside Front Lower ball joint dust cover covered in silicone

Offside Front linkage ball joint dust cover cracking

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres cracking slightly between treads (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2020 84,744 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2020 84,037 miles
Pass 29 May 2019 81,431 miles

Imported Vehicle - Number plates not to U.K.spec

Pass 16 Aug 2018 78,319 miles
Fail 16 Aug 2018 78,319 miles

Offside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 14 Nov 2017 76,354 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2016 65,212 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 AXN is a 2016 Mazda Bongo in Blue with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2016 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.2% with a typical mileage of 115,200 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 AXN, 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 10 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VF51 AXN registered?

VF51 AXN is a 2016 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 December 2016.

Is VF51 AXN safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF51 AXN shows 15 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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