MAZDA BONGO2002 · 2.0L PETROL

The vehicle currently holds a stable roadworthiness status, demonstrating a consistent maintenance trend following a minor failure. The most recent MOT test on 15 August 2025 at 120,338 miles passed with no defects recorded, mirroring the clean results from August 2024 and August 2023. This indicates that once mechanical issues are identified, they are addressed effectively to ensure the vehicle remains to a legal standard. The mileage profile is remarkably low for a vehicle of 24 years, averaging approximately 5,014 miles per year. There is a significant five-year data gap between the August 2018 test at 117,170 miles and the August 2023 test at 118,909 miles, during which the vehicle covered only 1,739 miles. While low mileage suggests less wear on the drivetrain and engine, long periods of inactivity often lead to the degradation of rubber components, perished seals, and internal corrosion that mileage readings alone do not reflect. A buyer should focus their physical inspection on the suspension system, noting the failure on 2 August 2023 due to a serious fluid leak from the offside rear shock absorber. Although this was rectified, the age of the vehicle suggests remaining shocks and bushes may show signs of agerelated wear. Given the low usage history, a thorough check of the chassis structural integrity and sills is essential, as stationary metal components can become brittle over decades regardless of how few miles the vehicle has driven.