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WD52 GFO

2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Grey Petrol 2000cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Feb 2027
Tests13 (8 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate61.5%

Mileage

240,088 mi
Last recorded240,088 miles
Recorded on10 Feb 2026
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee122,473 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD52 GFO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,000cc

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MOT History

8 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Feb 2026 240,088 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Fail 10 Feb 2026 240,088 miles

Offside Rear Position lamp incorrect colour (4.2.3 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))

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

Pass 14 Feb 2025 233,904 miles

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

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

both front headlamps are discoloured

rear anti roll bar is corroded

Pass 4 Dec 2023 229,445 miles

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

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

Fail 4 Dec 2023 229,445 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Nov 2022 212,470 miles
Fail 17 Nov 2022 212,470 miles

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

Nearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp does not emit a steady red light lamp lens missing (4.5.4 (a))

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

1 1/2 litres of engine oil top up

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

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

Pass 9 Nov 2021 194,214 miles
Fail 9 Nov 2021 194,214 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2020 170,909 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2020 170,909 miles

Front Headlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))

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

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

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

Pass 6 Jun 2019 148,755 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2018 148,755 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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WD52 GFO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Grey with a 2,000cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 61.5%.

Across all 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee models, the average MOT pass rate is 76.8% with a typical mileage of 122,473 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 WD52 GFO, 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 23 years old, this Mazda Bongo Friendee is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was WD52 GFO registered?

WD52 GFO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 31 December 2003.

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The MOT history for WD52 GFO shows 13 tests with a 61.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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