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VT03 BXE

2003 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1998cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Jul 2026
Tests4 (3 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

114,946 mi
Last recorded114,946 miles
Recorded on2 Jul 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo124,847 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVT03 BXE
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,998cc

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MOT History

3 pass 1 fail
Pass 2 Jul 2025 114,946 miles

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

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

auxiliary/fan belt loose and squealing, requires attention.

Fail 1 Jul 2025 114,944 miles

Brake lever has insufficient reserve travel No reserve travel on hand brake (1.1.2 (a))

Front Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% offside slower and lower performance (1.2.1 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

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

auxiliary/fan belt loose and squealing, requires attention.

Pass 12 Jun 2024 111,389 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2023 108,463 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 BXE is a 2003 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,998cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 4 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 BXE, 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 BXE registered?

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

Is VT03 BXE safe to buy?

The MOT history for VT03 BXE shows 4 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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