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VF51 AZU

2001 Mazda Bongo

Silver Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jul 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

106,441 mi
Last recorded106,441 miles
Recorded on3 Jul 2025
Typical for 2001 Mazda Bongo118,444 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF51 AZU
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jul 2025 106,441 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Jul 2024 102,072 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 1 Jul 2024 102,072 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Supplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))

Pass 28 Jun 2023 94,515 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage damaged but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 5 Jul 2022 87,974 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2021 80,721 miles
Fail 25 Jun 2021 80,670 miles

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

Pass 26 Jun 2020 77,172 miles

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

smell of petrol under vehicle

underneath undersealed

Pass 14 Jun 2019 72,220 miles

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

Pass 13 Jul 2018 69,072 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 AZU is a 2001 Mazda Bongo in Silver with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2001 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.1% with a typical mileage of 118,444 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 AZU, 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 25 years old, this Mazda Bongo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of VF51 AZU?

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What year was VF51 AZU registered?

VF51 AZU is a 2001 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 2001.

Is VF51 AZU safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF51 AZU shows 10 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does VF51 AZU have outstanding finance?

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