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VF51 AZW

2018 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 2498cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires6 Feb 2027
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

153,266 mi
Last recorded153,266 miles
Recorded on26 Jan 2026
Typical for 2018 Mazda Bongo105,914 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF51 AZW
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2018
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,498cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 26 Jan 2026 153,266 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2025 151,275 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2024 147,812 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2024 147,812 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Pass 29 Mar 2023 143,735 miles

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

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

Pass 29 Mar 2022 134,601 miles

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

Pass 31 Mar 2021 123,982 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2020 122,368 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 7 Feb 2019 112,303 miles
Pass 5 Mar 2018 105,217 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 AZW is a 2018 Mazda Bongo in White with a 2,498cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

Across all 2018 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 73.8% with a typical mileage of 105,914 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 AZW, 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 8 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 AZW registered?

VF51 AZW is a 2018 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 1 March 2018.

Is VF51 AZW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF51 AZW shows 10 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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