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VA52 ZLO

2014 Mazda Bongo

Black Petrol 2500cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 May 2027
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

210,917 mi
Last recorded210,917 miles
Recorded on12 May 2026
Typical for 2014 Mazda Bongo122,096 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVA52 ZLO
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2014
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine2,500cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 12 May 2026 210,917 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wings/wheel arch and sill panels have corrosion (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Lower Integral body structure is repaired but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced chassis rails coated in underseal (6.1.1 (d) (i))

Nearside Front Coolant leak bottom hose area ()

Pass 12 May 2025 210,280 miles

Front Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated top and bottom (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Coolant leak bottom radiator hose to pipe joint ()

Nearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Nearside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer wheel arch panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output tarnished (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill/step panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Lower Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced inner sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 3 Nov 2023 208,458 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Fail 1 Nov 2023 208,458 miles

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

Position lamp switch does not illuminate the front and rear position lamps with a single operation (4.2.2 (a))

Rear fog lamp switch inoperative (4.5.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill panel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Pass 20 Dec 2022 205,878 miles

Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Pass 26 Jun 2021 199,226 miles
Fail 26 Jun 2021 199,226 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 9 Jul 2020 192,239 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 9 Jul 2020 192,239 miles

Offside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 16 Apr 2019 176,519 miles

Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both (4.1.4 (b))

Offside Front Seat belt slightly damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2018 160,848 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Nearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

very rear seats not fitted at time of test

Pass 20 Apr 2017 143,783 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2016 128,748 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 114,057 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2014 102,882 miles
Fail 1 Apr 2014 102,880 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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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VA52 ZLO is a 2014 Mazda Bongo in Black with a 2,500cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

Across all 2014 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.2% with a typical mileage of 122,096 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 VA52 ZLO, 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 12 years old, this Mazda Bongo is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was VA52 ZLO registered?

VA52 ZLO is a 2014 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 2 April 2014.

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