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VF53 RBZ

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Jun 2027
Tests8 (8 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

110,859 mi
Last recorded110,859 miles
Recorded on27 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF53 RBZ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

8 pass
Pass 27 May 2026 110,859 miles

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Jun 2025 105,866 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 12 Jun 2024 99,679 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning Tailgate (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 Jun 2023 93,282 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing and slight weep of grease (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated small split and perishing (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perishing (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Jun 2022 89,444 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2021 84,648 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective x2 (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside park brake lazy

Pass 17 Jun 2020 82,780 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2019 80,588 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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VF53 RBZ is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.1% with a typical mileage of 124,847 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 VF53 RBZ, 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 23 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 VF53 RBZ registered?

VF53 RBZ is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 30 December 2003.

Is VF53 RBZ safe to buy?

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Does VF53 RBZ have outstanding finance?

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