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VT03 BJX

2003 Mazda Bongo

White Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Mar 2027
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

125,158 mi
Last recorded125,158 miles
Recorded on23 Mar 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT03 BJX
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 23 Mar 2026 125,158 miles

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 11 Mar 2026 124,962 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Exhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 26 Mar 2025 110,167 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2024 104,030 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2024 104,030 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 13 Mar 2023 98,716 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 91,220 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 85,830 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2020 83,639 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 78,607 miles
Fail 25 Mar 2019 78,607 miles

Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Pass 29 Mar 2018 75,093 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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VT03 BJX is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in White with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 VT03 BJX, 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 VT03 BJX registered?

VT03 BJX is a 2003 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2003.

Is VT03 BJX safe to buy?

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