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VU53 GBZ

2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Silver Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires8 Aug 2024
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

113,163 mi
Last recorded113,163 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2023
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee129,081 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVU53 GBZ
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2004
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2023 113,163 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 113,163 miles

Front Registration plate insecure (0.1 (a))

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 27 Nov 2020 133,103 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2020 133,103 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 10 Jun 2019 112,512 miles

all brake discs have corrosion

both front tyres have perishing cracks

Pass 13 Aug 2015 112,012 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2014 111,226 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2014 111,226 miles

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

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 19 Feb 2013 107,193 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2012 100,632 miles
Fail 1 Mar 2011 95,374 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Mar 2011 95,374 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 88,378 miles

How Reliable is the Mazda Bongo Friendee?

Based on 13,340 MOT tests across 1,062 vehicles.

70.6%
Pass Rate
4,903
Miles/Year
31
Year Lifespan
1,062
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

fog lamp not working 259
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 250
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 227
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 198
Stop lamp not working 162
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VU53 GBZ is a 2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Silver with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.7% with a typical mileage of 129,081 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Mazda Bongo Friendee fails its MOT is fog lamp not working, accounting for 259 recorded failures. If you're considering buying VU53 GBZ, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mazda Bongo Friendee typically stays on UK roads for around 31 years. At 22 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was VU53 GBZ registered?

VU53 GBZ is a 2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 31 December 2004.

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The MOT history for VU53 GBZ shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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