2002 Mazda Bongo 2.0L Petrol · BA02 AKF

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, with a maintenance trend that appears stable despite its age. In the most recent test on 21 April 2026, at 156,951 miles, the van passed with only a minor adviser regarding slight perishing on the nearside rear tyre. This follows two clean passes in May 2025 and 2023, indicating that the primary mechanical and safety systems have met the minimum standard over the last three years. The mileage pattern is consistent with a low-use, older vehicle, averaging approximately 6,540 miles per year. There is a notable gap in usage between October 2023 (155,487 miles) and May 2025 (156,828 miles), where only 1,341 miles were covered over nearly eighteen months. However, usage resumed regularly, with only 123 miles recorded between the final two tests. This low frequency suggests the vehicle may have sat for extended periods, which often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components rather than high-mileage wear. A buyer should conduct a thorough physical inspection of the suspension and rubber components based on recurring advisories. The 2022 test identified play in the nearside front anti-roll bar linkage and multiple instances of tyre perishing across all corners, a trend that persisted into the 2026 adviser. Given the vehicle's age and low mileage, close attention is required for cracking in way bushes, perished boots, and aged tyre sidewalls. Additionally, as the 2022 record noted deteriorated headlamp lenses and engine covers obscuring components, the buyer should remove these trims to ensure no hidden structural corrosion or fluid leaks are masked from the inspector's view.