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VT03 BVF

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1980cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Nov 2026
Tests7 (6 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

77,679 mi
Last recorded77,679 miles
Recorded on1 Dec 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT03 BVF
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,980cc

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MOT History

6 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Dec 2025 77,679 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2024 76,107 miles
Pass 25 Oct 2023 74,886 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2022 72,399 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2021 69,943 miles
Fail 11 Oct 2021 69,943 miles

Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 27 Oct 2020 63,812 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 BVF is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,980cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 BVF, 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 BVF registered?

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

Is VT03 BVF safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT03 BVF shows 7 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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