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VF54 FNC

2004 Mazda Bongo

Grey Petrol 1995cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests15 (10 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

121,135 mi
Last recorded121,135 miles
Recorded on5 Aug 2025
Typical for 2004 Mazda Bongo134,910 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVF54 FNC
MakeMazda
ModelBongo
Year2004
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,995cc

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MOT History

10 pass 5 fail
Pass 5 Aug 2025 121,135 miles

Front Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

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

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

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

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

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

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

Offside Rear Inner All position lamps with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.2.1 (a) (i))

Spare tyre defective ()

Pass 16 Aug 2024 103,992 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 7 Aug 2024 103,730 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2023 91,950 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2022 78,672 miles
Fail 17 Aug 2022 78,672 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

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

Fail 15 Aug 2022 78,567 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

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

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

headlamp levelling disconnected (camper)

Pass 12 Aug 2021 66,788 miles

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

Offside Headlamp has less than 1/2 LEDs not functioning dull (4.1.1 (a) (i))

Pass 10 Aug 2020 62,949 miles

Headlamp lens slightly defective both slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Fail 10 Aug 2020 62,949 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both slightly dull (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front head lamp levelling not working ( camper van)

Pass 12 Aug 2019 61,735 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2018 58,593 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2017 54,164 miles
Fail 31 Jul 2017 54,164 miles

Fuel cap/sealing device does not fasten securely maintaining the sealing arrangement (7.2.4b)

Pass 25 Aug 2016 47,980 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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VF54 FNC is a 2004 Mazda Bongo in Grey with a 1,995cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2004 Mazda Bongo models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.5% with a typical mileage of 134,910 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 VF54 FNC, 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 22 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 VF54 FNC registered?

VF54 FNC is a 2004 Mazda Bongo, first registered on 31 December 2004.

Is VF54 FNC safe to buy?

The MOT history for VF54 FNC shows 15 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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