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VO03 WBG

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Jun 2027
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

206,223 mi
Last recorded206,223 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVO03 WBG
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 206,223 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2025 197,380 miles
Pass 10 May 2024 191,461 miles
Pass 3 May 2023 186,613 miles
Pass 6 May 2022 179,230 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 174,473 miles
Pass 11 May 2020 164,320 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 153,333 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 148,252 miles

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chip (8.3.1d)

Fail 23 Mar 2018 148,238 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Oil leak ()

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' small chip (8.3.1d)

Pass 3 Apr 2017 141,664 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2017 141,594 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 1 Jun 2016 129,089 miles
Fail 3 Jun 2015 10,988 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 3 Jun 2015 10,988 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 5 Aug 2014 106,229 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Oct 2012 104,359 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2011 101,040 miles

Battery insecure

Pass 3 Nov 2010 97,219 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 92,724 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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VO03 WBG is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 VO03 WBG, 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.

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What year was VO03 WBG registered?

VO03 WBG is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VO03 WBG safe to buy?

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