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WD53 YLO

2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee

Grey Petrol 1990cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Nov 2026
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

159,072 mi
Last recorded159,072 miles
Recorded on5 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee122,473 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWD53 YLO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo Friendee
Year2003
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,990cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 5 Nov 2025 159,072 miles
Fail 3 Nov 2025 159,072 miles

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

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

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

front brake pads getting low

Pass 24 Oct 2024 147,911 miles
Pass 1 Nov 2023 141,210 miles

Shock absorbers has a reduced damping effect front and rear (5.3.2 (d))

Pass 9 Nov 2022 129,868 miles
Pass 22 Dec 2021 120,844 miles

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 9 Dec 2021 120,222 miles

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

Offside Front Upper Macpherson strut attachment bracket/mounting insecure and impairing directional stability (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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 18 Dec 2020 111,790 miles
Fail 18 Dec 2020 111,782 miles

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

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

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

Pass 24 Sep 2019 103,003 miles

front antiroll bar link boots in poor condition

no bonnet stay fitted

Pass 3 Oct 2018 96,649 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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WD53 YLO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee in Grey with a 1,990cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 WD53 YLO, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of WD53 YLO?

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What year was WD53 YLO registered?

WD53 YLO is a 2003 Mazda Bongo Friendee, first registered on 1 November 2003.

Is WD53 YLO safe to buy?

The MOT history for WD53 YLO shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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