2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee 2.0L Petrol · MB04 TPZ

The 2004 Mazda Bongo Friendee presents a stable and currently sound roadworthiness profile. The most recent test on 10 June 2026 at 120,502 miles passed with zero defects, a clean sheet that indicates the vehicle is in good mechanical order right now. Looking back, the maintenance trend over the last three years is clearly improving. The owner addressed a recurring emissions failure and has since kept the van in a fully compliant state. The mileage pattern tells a story of very light use for a vehicle of this age. At roughly 5,477 miles per year, it sits well below the UK average. The record shows a steady, incremental climb from 108,983 miles in June 2023 to 120,502 miles in June 2026, with no sudden jumps or suspicious gaps. This consistent accumulation suggests regular, short-to-medium distance use rather than long periods of dormancy, which is a positive sign for mechanical health. Despite the low mileage, the history reveals a recurring pattern of minor wear items that a buyer should verify in person. The rear brake discs were flagged as worn and pitted in both June 2024 and June 2025, yet the June 2026 pass suggests they were replaced. A physical inspection should confirm the condition of the new discs and pads, and check for any binding in the rear calipers that could cause premature wear. The front track rod end ball joint dust covers were also flagged as deteriorated in both 2024 and 2025. While the 2026 test was clean, a visual check underneath is wise to ensure the covers have been replaced and that the joints themselves are free of play, preventing premature tyre wear and steering vagueness. The most significant historical issue was the emissions failure on 28 May 2025, where the exhaust hydrocarbon content and lambda readings were out of spec. The subsequent pass on 2 June 2025 indicates a repair was carried out, likely involving the catalytic converter or an ignition system component. A buyer should request receipts for this work and, if possible, have a garage perform a live exhaust gas analysis to confirm the repair is holding. Given the van's age and the history of surface corrosion on brake components, a thorough underbody inspection for structural rust, particularly around the sills, subframe mounting points, and suspension mounting areas, is strongly recommended.