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VF53 RSV

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires2 Dec 2026
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

63,813 mi
Last recorded63,813 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF53 RSV
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 63,813 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2024 61,003 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Sep 2023 55,581 miles

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

Pass 29 Sep 2022 54,229 miles

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

Fail 29 Sep 2022 54,229 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

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

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

Pass 10 Sep 2021 51,580 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 49,737 miles

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

Pass 2 Oct 2019 44,782 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2018 44,719 miles
Fail 5 Sep 2018 44,719 miles

Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

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 RSV is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 RSV, 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 RSV registered?

VF53 RSV is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VF53 RSV safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF53 RSV 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 VF53 RSV have outstanding finance?

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