2001 Mazda Bongo 2.5L Petrol · VA51 XLC
2001 Mazda Bongo (2.5L, petrol). First registered 01 Dec 2001. Recorded mileage 164,579 km. MOT valid until 24 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- MAZDA BONGO
- Year / Origin
- 2001 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 164,579 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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VA51 XLC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/06/2026
- 164,579 km recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VA51 XLC MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2001 Mazda Bongo (VA51 XLC) between June 2023 and June 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 June 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.
VA51 XLC Odometer History
- 05/06/2023152,762 mi
- 25/06/2024156,431 km
- 13/06/2025160,268 km+3,837 km
- 23/06/2026164,568 km+4,300 km
- 26/06/2026164,579 km+11 km
Average of roughly 3,864 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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